HunterIVF - Newcastle Fertility Clinic

All Fertility Services

The Heights Private Medical Centre, Suite 4 / 2 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 2305

New enquiries:
1800 111 483

Existing patients:

02 4957 8515

Hunter IVF has been helping create local families for over 20 years and provides fertility care for patients based in Newcastle as well as Northern regional NSW including Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie and Tamworth.

Our leading fertility specialists are the most experienced in the Newcastle region and all our specialists are qualified Obstetricians/ Gynaecologists with subspecialist training in fertility.

View our treatment costs at Hunter IVF below.

If it is taking you longer than expected to fall pregnant we encourage you to book an appointment with one of our Newcastle fertility specialists.

HunterIVF clinic hours:

Monday-Friday: 7am-4pm

Saturday: 8am-12pm

Services at this location

Fertility assessments

A fertility specialist will assess your overall reproductive health and conduct some simple tests to identify any existing reproductive conditions and discuss different treatment options available to you.

Semen analysis

We have an andrology lab onsite to conduct semen analysis. You can either bring your sample into the clinic or produce the sample in a private room at the clinic. Please contact the clinic to make an appointment.

Fertility treatments

We offer a wide variety of fertility treatments from the simple to the most complex including ovulation inductionartificial inseminationin-vitro fertilisation (IVF) and intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI).

Genetic testing

Pre-implantation genetic testing is a technique that can be used to test embryos before implantation for either a known genetic condition or chromosomal variation.

Donor programme

We offer a comprehensive and supportive donor programme to assist anyone needing donor eggs, sperm or embryos; or a surrogate to help them have a baby.

Fertility preservation

We offer a fertility preservation service to protect and preserve your fertility for the future including egg, sperm and embryo freezing.

Advanced scientific techniques

We offer some advanced scientific techniques that can be used in addition to IVF treatment, such as assisted hatching, polscope & digital high magnification of sperm to improve your chances of conceiving.

Counselling

We offer a confidential counselling service with experienced fertility counsellors for patients before, during or after treatment. We encourage you to access this service at any time if you feel like you need some extra support or advice.

Hunter IVF Treatment Costs

The following table provides an estimate of expected out-of-pocket costs for IVF treatment at Hunter IVF. Please note eligibility criteria applies.

* Figures marked are only relevant if the Safety Net threshold has been reached in a calendar year.

Hunter IVF
Treatment Costs correct at 1st July 2023Cycle paymentEstimated out of pocket costs for an initial cycle in a calendar yearEstimated out of pocket costs for a subsequent cycle in a calendar year
IVF cycle$10,850$5,550$4,915
ICSI cycle$11,750$5,939$5,303
Frozen embryo transfer (FET)$4,050$2,574$2,388*
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)$2,756$2,176$2,017*
Ovulation Induction (OI)$950$418$283*

Hunter Lite IVF Treatment Costs

The following table provides an estimate of expected out-of-pocket costs for IVF treatment at Hunter Lite. Please note eligibility criteria applies.

* Figures marked are only relevant if the Safety Net threshold has been reached in a calendar year.

Hunter Lite IVF
Treatment Costs correct at 1st February 2024Cycle paymentEstimated out of pocket costs for an initial cycle in a calendar year
IVF Cycle$3,899$2,743
IVF Cycle Subsequent$4,121$1,068*
ICSI Cycle$4,051$2,773*
ICSI Cycle Subsequent$4,272$1,098*
Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET)$2,255$2,255*

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Fertility Specialists in Newcastle 

Malcolm Godfrey

FRANZCOG

Thorough, compassionate and calm approach to fertility

Dr Godfrey is a fertility specialist and obstetrician based in Newcastle, known for his thorough and calm approach to patients.
Andrew Hedges

BMed [Ncle] FRANZCOG MRepMed

A holistic approach to fertility treatment

With over 20 years experience, Dr Hedges advocates a holistic approach to fertility treatment.
Dr Denise Nesbitt

MB BS [Hons] FRANZCOG MRMed

Continuing care from conception to birth

Dr Nesbitt offers continuing care from conception to birth, from a uniquely female perspective.
Steve Raymond

MBBS FRANZCOG DDU

Caring and highly regarded, Dr Raymond has more than 25 years experience in his field.
Dr Susan Winspear

MBBS Hons (UNSW) FRANZCOG DDU

Warm and compassionate, with a thorough approach to patient care

Dr Winspear has practised Women's Ultrasound and Prenatal Diagnosis throughout Australia.