Your baby is our only goal, science is how we achieve it
Australians should have access to high-quality fertility care at an affordable price. Since 1984, we have been helping people to realise their dreams of becoming parents. As a University of Sydney clinic, our patients benefit from the latest IVF research and scientific expertise.
Treatment at our clinic is eligible for the NSW Government's $2000 Fertility Treatment Rebate.
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What we offer
Effective and affordable fertility treatments, delivered with expertise and care.
01. Delivering leading science
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02. Experienced and caring team of experts
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03. We are passionate about making fertility treatment affordable
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Westmead Fertility Centre: a social enterprise in Sydney’s western suburbs
“Every patient should have access to the highest quality, comprehensive and proven fertility treatment at an affordable price.” – Dr Howard Smith, Westmead Fertility Centre’s Medical Director
04. How we support patients across regional NSW to have treatment closer to home
- To get started, you will need a valid referral from a GP. This can be obtained in your local area.
- A remote tele-health consultation with a WFC fertility specialists will be scheduled.
- If it is determined that you require fertility treatment, you may be able to have some of your treatment conducted locally.
- You only need travel to Westmead Fertility Centre for the oocyte (egg) pickup, sperm collection and embryo transfer procedures.
- Our team will be able to direct you to accommodation options near Westmead and assist you accessing NSW Government financial assistance for your travel expenses.
Read more about how WFC can assist you to have more of your treatment cycle closer to home
Start your fertility journey with Westmead Fertility Centre
There are many ways to start your fertility journey.
Please choose the path that best suits your stage, or give us a call for guidance.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions patients have asked us since 1984
Other clinics can cost up to 360 percent more than Westmead Fertility Centre - how do you manage to keep your costs so low?
Because the University of Sydney owns Westmead Fertility Centre, financial profit for the satisfaction of and distribution to shareholders is not our focus. We are passionate about our philosophy of keeping our pricing affordable to make high quality, effective fertility treatment accessible for as many people as possible. Instead of being focused on profits, we direct our operating surplus to where it makes the biggest impact on your chance of success – investing in our laboratory equipment, research, and to attract and retain the best staff and fertility specialists. Our offices may not look extravagant, but our laboratories are state of the art.
You say you offer the latest, effective fertility treatments - what does that involve?
Our experienced embryologists maintain the highest standards to ensure optimal results in the safest setting possible. We have highly advanced equipment and our fertility specialists are leading experts in proven techniques. As well as being informed about emerging technologies, we play a pivotal role in contributing to their development through our research and new approaches.
We take our responsibility of supporting your developing gametes (sperm and eggs) and embryos extremely seriously and our onsite laboratory meets stringent guidelines and best practice in the industry.
Do you have a wait list to start treatment?
Once you have chosen the fertility specialist you would like to support your treatment, we recommend contacting their consultation rooms as soon as possible to schedule an appointment. Once they have completed your fertility investigations, treatment at Westmead Fertility Centre can begin straight away, guided by the timing of your monthly cycle.
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