Dr. T Jayandhi Raghavan, based in Kozhikode, Kerala, is a Consultant in Reproductive Medicine and an IVF specialist with over two decades of experience in his field. He currently serves as Senior Consultant in Reproductive Medicine and Gyn. Endoscopy at the JJ IVF Gynae Centre, Pottammal, Kozhikode. The JJ Centre has several assisted reproduction facilities on offer including techniques such as IVI, IVF, ICSI, IMSI, TESA, PESA, and andrology.
Dr. Raghavan holds the MD, DGO, and DNB qualifications and is also a Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS). As a laparoscopic surgeon with a keen interest in endometriosis, high-risk obstetrics, and BOH (bad obstetric history), he has been exposed to almost every type of case associated with reproductive medicine over the years and is very familiar with various procedures and techniques required for treatment of such cases. He has attended many courses and workshops in India and overseas, to enhance his knowledge and skills and keep up with the latest developments in his field.
Dr. Raghavan is a member of a vast number of medical associations and plays an active executive role in some of them. He has also been involved in teaching at the Kunhitharuvai Memorial Charitable Trust (KMCT) Medical College in the capacity of Professor O&G (currently on leave), besides having conducted clinical trials in research and attended/presented papers at many conferences and events.
Off Mavoor Road, Kottooli, Kozhikode, Kerala 673016, , Kottooli Kozhikode, Kerala - 673016 India
✔️ Yes, altruistic surrogacy is legal in Kerala under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021.
❌ Commercial surrogacy is completely banned across India.
Only Indian married couples, NRIs, or OCI cardholders are eligible to undergo surrogacy.
Yes, surrogacy is regulated by the State Assisted Reproductive Technology and Surrogacy Board of , under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021 and ART Act, 2021.
This board typically includes:
All surrogacy procedures must be approved through this board and the District Appropriate Authority.
Couples must apply through the District Appropriate Authority under the State Health Department. This is coordinated via the DMHO or Directorate of Public Health of Kerala.
❌ No. Clinics like those run by Dr. T Jayandhi Raghavan cannot arrange surrogate mothers. Couples must bring their own surrogate who:
The legal approval process generally takes 30 to 90 days depending on document submission and verification speed.
✔️ Yes, Dr. T Jayandhi Raghavan, in collaboration with Vinsfertility’s legal team, helps prepare:
✔️ Yes, NRI and OCI couples of Indian origin can apply under Indian law. Required:
❌ Couples without Indian nationality or connection are not eligible.
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