Closing the gap – South-Asian egg donor shortages in the UK, and overcoming barriers to treatment
15m | Nov 13, 2025In this powerful episode, Eloise Edington speaks with Dr. Rima Rajkhowa, Medical Director of Gynaecology & Fertility at TMTC, to unpack one of the most pressing issues in reproductive care today — the shortage of South-Asian egg donors in the UK.
Together, they explore why this gap exists, how it affects patients from South-Asian backgrounds, and the unique hurdles many face when trying to access fertility treatment. Dr. Rajkhowa also shares how TMTC is working to shorten wait times, expand donor access, and deliver truly collaborative, cross-border care between the UK and India.
💬 Tune in to learn:
- Why there’s such a shortage of South-Asian egg donors in the UK
- The real impact this has on patients and families
- How TMTC is bridging the gap with compassionate, accessible care
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