Not sure where to begin?
Trying to work out where to start with fertility care can feel like standing in front of a very full noticeboard.
There are tests, acronyms, treatment options, timing questions, costs, emotions and big life decisions all tangled together.
This page is here to help you find your starting point.
Fertility Specialist West Leederville (Perth)
Looking for a fertility specialist close to Perth CBD?
I’m Dr Tamara Hunter, a Gynaecologist and CREI-certified Fertility Specialist based in Perth. CREI certification is an advanced subspecialty qualification in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. My role is to help you understand what may be happening, what your options are, and what the next step could look like for your body, your circumstances and your goals.
Consultations may take place at The Woom in West Perth or Monash IVF in West Leederville. Fertility treatments, including IVF procedures, take place at Monash IVF West Leederville.
Getting started
Fertility care can look different for everyone. You might be at the very beginning, just trying to understand your cycle, or you might already be thinking about IUI, IVF or other treatment options. These links are here to help you find the information that feels most relevant right now.
1. Pre-fertility and fertility testing
Fertility testing can include blood tests, cycle tracking, ultrasound, fallopian tube testing and semen analysis. Testing helps us understand ovulation, egg reserve, sperm health, the uterus, the tubes and any other factors that may affect conception.
2. IUI or artificial insemination
Intrauterine insemination, or IUI, places prepared sperm directly into the uterus around ovulation. It may be considered when there are mild sperm concerns, donor sperm is being used, timing sex is difficult, or tests have not found a clear reason for delayed pregnancy.
3. Ovulation induction
Ovulation induction uses medication to help your body release an egg. It may be used on its own, with timed intercourse, or with intrauterine insemination. It is often considered when irregular or absent ovulation is part of the picture.
4. IVF
IVF is a type of fertility treatment where eggs are collected and fertilised with sperm in the lab. If a suitable embryo develops, it may be transferred into the uterus. It may be considered for tubal factors, endometriosis, sperm factors, age-related fertility changes or unexplained infertility.
5. ICSI
ICSI is a lab technique used during IVF. A single sperm is injected directly into an egg. It may be recommended when sperm count, movement or previous fertilisation results suggest the sperm may need extra help.
6. Recurrent miscarriage
For people who have experienced two or more pregnancy losses and want to understand what may be contributing. Testing can help guide future pregnancy care with more information and support.
7. Fertility preservation
Fertility preservation may include egg, sperm or embryo freezing. It may be considered if you are not ready for pregnancy, planning ahead, have concerns about future fertility, or need treatment such as chemotherapy that may affect eggs, sperm, ovaries, testicles, the uterus or hormone function.
8. Genetic testing
Genetic testing may include carrier screening before pregnancy, embryo testing during IVF, or screening in early pregnancy. It can help identify inherited conditions or chromosome changes that may affect fertility, miscarriage risk, pregnancy planning or treatment choices.
Visiting Monash IVF West Leederville
- Location
Located at 166–168 Cambridge Street, West Leederville WA 6007. Monash IVF West Leederville is just west of Perth CBD.
- Parking availability
If you are coming by car, parking is available on Joseph Street and Cambridge Street. Disabled parking is also available.
- Public transport
West Leederville Station is the closest train station. It is on the Fremantle Line. From there, you can walk or use Transperth JourneyPlanner to plan the rest of your trip.
- Your first appointment
Your first appointment is usually a conversation. We talk through your medical history, cycle pattern, previous tests and fertility goals. We also discuss which next steps may be useful.
- What to bring
Please bring any recent blood tests, ultrasound reports or semen analysis results. It also helps to bring details of previous pregnancies or miscarriages. Bring a list of your current medications and supplements. Cycle or symptom tracking notes can also be useful.
- GP referral
A GP referral is helpful before your appointment. It may also help you access Medicare rebates. Your GP can address the referral to Dr Tamara Hunter at Monash IVF West Leederville.
Fertility specialist West Leederville
Let’s take the next step—together
If you are looking for fertility support in West Leederville, I’m here to help you understand your options and work out what comes next.
- Follow me on Instagram for educational content and women’s health conversations.
- Book a consultation if you’d like to talk things through
- Make an appointment We can arrange the right tests and explain what your results mean
- Download a symptom tracker to bring along to your GP or specialist appointment. As a founder of Charli.health, I’ve worked on a symptom tracker designed to help you log your cycle and symptoms. It’s a simple tool you can use to support conversations with your healthcare team.