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Why N° 1 is the Right Choice

Choosing a fertility clinic is about more than treatment.

It’s about feeling confident in the people guiding your care and the decisions made along the way. At No.1 Fertility, your care is led by doctors, not shaped by a board or a system.

Led by Dr Lynn Burmeister, our team of experienced fertility specialists takes a thoughtful, individual approach to every patient. We take the time to understand your history, your timing, and what matters most to you, adjusting your care early when it can make a difference. You can expect clear guidance, honest conversations, and a plan tailored to your unique situation.

Because in fertility, it’s not about doing more. It’s about doing what’s right, at the right time.

At N° 1 Fertility, you’re never just a patient, you’re our N° 1.

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We offer three ways to help you move forward depending on what you need right now.

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Dr Lynn Burmeister

Medical Director & CEO

Experienced, fertility care with an individual approach to every patient.

Best For: Patients who want senior expertise and a genuinely individualised approach to their care.

A/Prof Grant Saffer

Fertility Specialist

Senior expertise with a focus on clarity and confidence.

Best For: Patients who want an experienced doctor and a measured, reflective approach.

Dr Vicki Nott

Fertility Specialist

Structured, methodical IVF care with a clear plan from the outset.

Best For: Patients who want a well-organised approach, especially those who've been through IVF before.

Dr Jonathan Nettle

Fertility Specialist

Fertility treatment and obstetric care with a single treating doctor.

Best For: Patients who want a single doctor to guide them from IVF through pregnancy and to birth.

Dr Paul Berlund

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Thorough, communicative support through IVF and early pregnancy.

Best For: Patients who want thorough explanations and a whole-person approach to IVF and early pregnancy.

Dr Prue Standen

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Consistent, continuity-focused care from IVF through to pregnancy.

Best For: Patients who want a warm, approachable presence throughout their journey.

Dr Kimberley Norton-Old

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Supportive, early-stage fertility care with a focus on education and clarity

Best For: Patients exploring their fertility or considering egg freezing for the first time.

Dr Hayden Waterham

Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, Sonologist

Evidence-based care with specialist ultrasound expertise.

Best For: Patients who want a detail-focused, evidence-based approach and clear clinical communication.

Dr Jeffrey Persson

Fertility Specialist

Thorough, experienced care for complex cases and second opinions.

Best For: Complex fertility cases, male factor infertility, or patients seeking a second opinion.

A/Prof Michael Cooper

Fertility Specialist

Surgical and fertility care coordinated within a single treatment plan

Best For: Patients with endometriosis who need surgical and fertility care managed together.

Dr Lorance Melhem

Fertility Specialist

Clear, communication-led fertility care with a personalised approach.

Best For: Patients who value clear guidance, strong rapport, and personalised care.

Dr Kent Lin

Advanced Laporascopic Surgeon

Minimally invasive surgery for complex fertility conditions

Best For: Patients who need surgical intervention as part of their fertility pathway.

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Not all fertility clinics are built the same

The way a fertility clinic is structured doesn’t just affect how it operates, it shapes how decisions are made, how personalised your treatment is, and ultimately, how your experience feels.

When you’re making decisions about your future family, it’s worth understanding who is truly guiding your care.

Doctor-led clinics (like No.1 Fertility)

Corporate-owned clinics

Specialist-led decisions

Your fertility specialist leads your care directly.

Business-influenced decisions

Decisions may be shaped by corporate structures.

Tailored treatment plans

Care is personalised to your journey.

Standardised treatment models

More uniform, system-driven care.

Consistent specialist care

You see the same doctor throughout your journey.

Shared care teams

You may see multiple clinicians.

Flexible treatment approach

Plans adapt as your needs change.

Fixed treatment processes

Less flexibility due to systems.

Personalised patient experience

Care is relationship-led and human.

System-led experience

More process-driven experience.

Clear and transparent care

You always know who is guiding your treatment.

Less visible decision-making

Less clarity around ownership.

Why costs can differ between clinics

Unlike corporate-owned clinics, No.1 Fertility is not structured around external shareholders or investor boards. This means resources are directed back into patient care, not distributed through corporate profit layers.

This structure can influence overall treatment costs and transparency, allowing for a more direct and patient-focused approach to care.

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Most Clinics Will Tell You to Try Again, We Ask If You Should

By Dr Lynn Burmeister

After an IVF cycle hasn’t worked, most people are left with the same question.
“What comes next?”
For many patients, the answer is presented quickly, another cycle. And sometimes, that is the right step. But it should not be automatic.

OUR SUCCESS RATES

At No. 1 Fertility we are incredibly proud of our results!

Choosing a fertility clinic is one of the most important decisions you’ll make.
Success rates matter. But understanding what they actually mean matters more.

At No.1 Fertility, our results are independently audited and reflect real-world patient care across a wide range of clinical situations.
If you are comparing clinics, it is important to understand what sits behind the numbers.
What do success rates really mean?

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Why N° 1 is the Right Choice

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