Dr Stephen Bradford

Dr Stephen Bradford - Fertility Specialist with Unique Healthcare Journey

Dr Stephen Bradford is a Hobart-based Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, and Fertility Expert with a passion for supporting female patients at every stage of their reproductive lives. He works at Hobart OBGYN for obstetrics and gynaecology care, and at Fertility Tasmania for IVF treatments, offering comprehensive reproductive care.

Training and Background

Dr Bradford's healthcare journey began as a student nurse at Royal Brisbane Hospital in 1987. After working as a Registered Nurse and representing Australia in sailing at the 1993 and 1994 Olympic 470 class world titles, he commenced medical studies at the University of Newcastle in 2000. He pursued Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Brisbane from 2008 and holds a Master of Reproductive Medicine (MRMed) specialising in fertility and IVF.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Bradford has extensive knowledge in advanced laparoscopic surgery, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), pelvic pain, menstrual disorders, IVF fertility, obstetrics, and general gynaecology. His expertise includes in vitro fertilisation (IVF), fertility preservation, hormone therapy, and management of complex gynaecological conditions.

Practice Locations

Dr Bradford's obstetrics office is based within Calvary Hospital at Hobart OBGYN. He is also part of the team at TAS IVF at St Helen's Private Hospital in the Hobart CBD, providing individualised reproductive care.

Why Patients Choose Dr Bradford

Patients choose Dr Bradford for his unique background combining nursing, medicine, and elite athletic discipline, his Masters in Reproductive Medicine, and his compassionate approach to fertility care.

Conditions Treated

• Male and female infertility
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
• Menstrual disorders
• Pelvic pain
• Complex gynaecological conditions

Services

• In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)
• Fertility preservation
• Advanced laparoscopic surgery
• Hormone therapy
• PCOS management
• Obstetrics and pregnancy care