Our Science

An IVF laboratory’s success requires both scientific excellence and state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. At City Fertility our laboratories have the most advanced equipment and resources to ensure optimal conditions for embryo development. We combine cutting-edge science with decades of expertise to help people achieve their dream of having a family.

At City Fertility, we believe success comes from blending rigorous science with personalised and compassionate fertility care. Our experienced scientists are leaders in their field. With over 21,000 babies born through our care, each one is a unique success story and a testament to our commitment.

Our laboratories operate under strict, scientifically supported protocols to ensure the highest standards of safety and security, not only within the lab, but across every aspect of patient care. This rigorous approach gives our patients confidence that their treatment is delivered with the highest level of care, precision and safety.

What truly sets City Fertility apart is not just our science, but the warmth and dedication of our team. We’re here to support you with care and compassion, every step of the way.

• Cutting edge embryo culture: Time-lapse embryo monitoring equipment is utilised in all of our laboratories.
• RI witnessing: the world’s leading system for preventing errors in IVF laboratories. The RI System automatically and continuously tracks and monitors all critical steps involving sperm, eggs and embryos ensuring accuracy and safety.
• PGT: Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing improves embryo selection by allowing identification of embryos with genetic abnormalities.
• CAPA- IVM: our Sydney CBD clinic is the only private clinic licensed by the Australian TGA to perform CAPA-IVM fertility treatment.
• Plasma Enriched Protocols (PRP): City Fertility is among a select few clinics in Australia offering advanced PRP fertility treatment.
• Research Support Unit: a dedicated team of Clinicians, nurses and scientists supporting the development of innovative ideas and research, striving for excellence in fertility care.
• We are currently trialing Spermsearch AI technology for micro TESE and TESA sperm samples (surgically retrieved sperm).

City Fertility is committed to advancing reproductive medicine through rigorous research and strong academic collaboration. We partner with leading Australian universities including University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and University of Western Australia.

Our international collaborations include, the National University of Singapore and the KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Singapore. These partnerships ensure our work remains at the forefront of global fertility science.

Our clinicians and scientists actively contribute to peer-reviewed publications and are leading multiple clinical trials, including studies into IVF adjunct therapies, the vaginal microbiome, preimplantation genetic testing (PGT-A), sperm health, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and long-term reproductive outcomes.

Our national scientific advisory team includes renowned fertility specialists Professor Roger Hart and Associate Professor Wan Tinn Teh and our Scientific Directors, A/Prof Yanhe Liu, Jayne Mullen, Emmy Hung, Simon Cooke and Audrey Wei. This team guides our research programs which translate directly into improved patient care and treatment.

At City Fertility, ethical practice isn’t just policy—it’s our foundation. We maintain rigorous patient safety protocols through comprehensive regulatory oversight and evidence-based treatment standards. 

Our commitment to transparency means you receive honest, detailed information about your treatment options, success rates, and potential outcomes. We believe informed patients make better decisions, which is why we provide clear explanations of all procedures, costs, and realistic expectations. 

Our regulatory compliance exceeds industry standards, ensuring every aspect of your care meets the highest safety and ethical benchmarks. From initial consultation through treatment completion, we prioritise your wellbeing above all else, creating an environment where trust and clinical excellence work together to support your fertility journey.