About
Dr Sylvia Ross - Clinical Lead and Inclusive Fertility Specialist
Dr Sylvia Ross is a gynaecologist and fertility specialist at Life Fertility Clinic Melbourne and Riverina IVF. As Clinical Lead of Fertility Services at Western Health, she combines clinical excellence with a commitment to accessible, inclusive fertility care for all patient populations including LGBTQIA+ and oncology patients.
Training and Background
Dr Ross completed her specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and has developed expertise in both medical and surgical approaches to fertility. She is devoted to teaching the next generation of specialists as part of the faculty at The Royal Women's Hospital in Melbourne.
Research and Innovation
Dr Ross's commitment to advancing the field is reflected in active research projects focusing on platelet-rich plasma therapies and innovations in embryo biopsy for preimplantation genetic testing (PGT). These projects ensure patients receive care informed by the latest scientific advancements.
Areas of Expertise
Dr Ross offers a comprehensive range of fertility treatments including ovulation induction, IUI, IVF, and minimally invasive surgery for fertility enhancement and endometriosis management. She is highly experienced in treating diverse patient populations and provides fertility preservation for those undertaking treatments that may impair fertility such as chemotherapy.
Why Patients Choose Dr Ross
Patients choose Dr Ross for her inclusive approach to fertility care, her research leadership, and her commitment to accessible treatment. She co-hosts the Fierce Fertility podcast alongside Dr Rachael Knight and Dr Rebecca Mackenzie-Proctor.
Conditions Treated
- Male and female infertility
- Endometriosis
- Cancer-related fertility concerns
- Unexplained infertility
- Genetic conditions requiring PGT
Services
- In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)
- Intrauterine insemination (IUI)
- Ovulation induction
- Fertility preservation and egg freezing
- Endometriosis surgery
- Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT)
- LGBTQIA+ fertility care