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Meet Our Team - Fertility Specialists & Doctors

At The Fertility Centre, we're focused on you.

Experience compassionate, hands on care, with our nurses available to guide you through every step of your IVF journey.

Each of The Fertility Centre seven convenient locations is staffed by an experienced team of fertility specialists, general practitioner, fertility nurses, scientists and counsellors. These teams are well-known in the local area for their proficiency and commitment to quality patient care. Every fertility specialist has extensive experience in fertility assessment and treatment, ensuring you always receive trusted and expert care.

Fertility & IVF Doctors

The fertility specialist team at The Fertility Centre will manage your initial appointments, IVF fertility assessment and recommend a treatment plan. Our specialists are experienced gynaecologists with additional training and expertise in fertility and IVF treatment, such as a Certificate of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (CREI). These additional qualifications demonstrate that our fertility specialists are fully trained to provide the highest level of fertility care.

Our fertility specialists work on a roster system, which means that while you may not always have your consultations, investigations or procedures carried out by the same specialist, you have a team of specialists working collaboratively to deliver your individual treatment.

There is no wait list to see one of our fertility specialists. Initial consultations can usually be booked within a few weeks depending on your availability. IVF treatment can begin soon after, depending on the timing of your menstrual cycle.

Fertility nurses

As part of our treatment model, a large part of your patient journey will be supported by our skilled fertility nurses. Our experienced and caring nurses understand the decisions you are facing,  will assist you through every stage of your treatment, and ensure you are supported throughout your fertility journey. 

  • Taking your medical history. Our nurses will have an in-depth discussion about your medical history and coordinate IVF fertility assessments and tests during your initial consultation so we can better understand you.
  • Clearly explaining treatment costs and medical terminology. We know that there are a lot of acronyms in fertility, so our nurses will break down any medical jargon and answer any questions you may have along the way.
  • Assisting the fertility specialist with starting IVF.  The nurses will get you started and fully prepped for your IVF treatment, orientation and ultrasounds.
  • Monitoring your IVF cycle. Our nurses will share their ‘know-how’ with you so you can feel confident administering any drugs you may need to take as part of your IVF treatment.

Whether you simply want to discuss your situation with someone who understands, or you have a specific question about fertility treatment, our friendly team are on-hand and happy to help.

IVF scientists and laboratories

Established in 2012, and backed by Australia’s largest fertility group, Virtus Health, The Fertility Centre has a number of highly-skilled embryologists, andrologists and pathologists who play a crucial role in the success of your IVF treatment.

Each of our embryologists has extensive experience in IVF and ICSI procedures, and we have specialist scientists working in the following:

  • Embryology (the science of IVF). This section of our laboratory is staffed by experienced embryologists to ensure the highest standard of excellence and pregnancy results. This is where the most complex scientific procedures are carried out, such as In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF), Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), and embryo culture.
  • Andrology (testing male fertility). Scientists in our andrology laboratory work closely with our fertility specialists to test the semen of the male partner.
  • Pathology (blood testing). Our pathology laboratories specialise in performing hormone, serology and virology blood tests. These dedicated scientists analyse blood samples with an efficient and timely return of blood test results to your fertility team for interpretation. 

Fertility counsellors

The Fertility Centre patients also have access to our experienced, fertility counsellors who can provide emotional support on your IVF journey. Our fertility counsellors have many years’ experience working with some of Australia’s leading IVF clinics. No one’s path is the same, but this journey is all about you.

  • Meet The Fertility Centre

    "We care about the details, however simple. We want our clinic to feel like a welcoming place for everyone who walks through the door."

    - Renata, Liverpool Reception

  • Meet The Fertility Centre

    "We truly want to be a part of our patients' journey. We'll celebrate the wins alongside you, and cry through the hard times. We are 100% invested - we really want to get you pregnant."

    - Katayoun, Embryologist

  • Meet The Fertility Centre

    "I love working at The Fertility Centre, especially knowing that it’s accessible for people. It’s important to me that everyone in the community has access to an affordable IVF option."

    - Dr Myuran Ponnam-Palam, Fertility Specialist