In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)
35 fertility clinics offering IVF in Australia
What is In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)?
In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) is one of the most common and effective fertility treatments available in Australia, helping thousands of couples and individuals achieve their dream of parenthood each year.
IVF involves stimulating the ovaries to produce multiple eggs, retrieving those eggs, fertilising them with sperm in a laboratory setting, and then transferring the resulting embryo(s) to the uterus. The entire process typically takes 4-6 weeks per cycle.
The Process
- 1Ovarian stimulation with fertility medications (10-14 days)
- 2Egg retrieval procedure under light sedation
- 3Fertilisation of eggs with sperm in the laboratory
- 4Embryo culture and monitoring (3-5 days)
- 5Embryo transfer to the uterus
- 6Pregnancy test approximately 2 weeks later
Benefits
- High success rates, especially for younger women
- Can address many different causes of infertility
- Allows for genetic testing of embryos (PGT)
- Embryos can be frozen for future use
- Can use donor eggs or sperm if needed
Who Is It For?
- •Couples with unexplained infertility
- •Women with blocked or damaged fallopian tubes
- •Men with low sperm count or poor motility
- •Couples who have tried other treatments without success
- •Women with endometriosis or PCOS
- •Same-sex couples and single women
Things to Consider
- •Success rates decrease with age, particularly after 35
- •May require multiple cycles to achieve pregnancy
- •Costs can vary significantly between clinics
- •Some Medicare rebates are available
Find IVF Clinics Near You
Compare 35 clinics offering IVF across Australia
Showing 35 clinics offering IVF
Adora Fertility
Albury IVF
Albury, NSW
Ballarat IVF - Wendouree
Wendouree, VIC
Care Fertility Greenslopes
Greenslopes, QLD
City Babies
Richmond, VIC
City Fertility
Coastal IVF Fertility Services
Maroochydore, QLD
Compass Fertility
Barton, ACT
Concept Fertility Centre
Subiaco, WA
Connect IVF
Sydney, NSW
Create Fertility - Mount Waverley
Mount Waverley, VIC
Demeter Fertility
Hurstville, NSW
Family Fertility Centre
Ashford, SA
Fertility and Research Centre, Royal Hospital for Women
Randwick, NSW
Fertility First
Hurstville, NSW
Fertility North
Joondalup, WA
Fertility Specialists of Western Australia
Fertility Tasmania
Hobart, TAS
Flinders Fertility
Glenelg, SA
Genea
IVFAustralia
Melbourne IVF
Minerva Fertility
Bella Vista, NSW
Monash IVF
Newlife IVF - Box Hill North
Box Hill North, VIC
No. 1 Fertility
East Melbourne, VIC
Oasis Fertility Centre
South Perth, WA
Queensland Fertility Group
Repromed
Riverina IVF
Wagga Wagga, NSW
TasIVF
Hobart, TAS
The Fertility Centre
The Royal Women's Hospital - Public Fertility Care
Parkville, VIC
Thrive Fertility - Epping
Epping, VIC
Westmead Fertility Centre
Westmead, NSW
Frequently Asked Questions About In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)
What is the success rate of IVF in Australia?
IVF success rates vary based on age and individual circumstances. For women under 35, the live birth rate per cycle is approximately 30-40%. This decreases with age, with women over 40 having success rates of around 10-15% per cycle.
How much does IVF cost in Australia?
The cost of IVF in Australia typically ranges from $8,000 to $15,000 per cycle, depending on the clinic and individual treatment needs. Medicare rebates can reduce out-of-pocket costs significantly.
How many IVF cycles are typically needed?
Many couples achieve pregnancy within 3-4 IVF cycles. However, this varies greatly depending on individual circumstances. Your fertility specialist can provide guidance based on your specific situation.
Information on this page is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Success rates, costs, and procedures vary between clinics and individuals. Please consult with a qualified fertility specialist for personalised recommendations. HeyDoc does not endorse or recommend any specific clinic.