Cairns Fertility Centre - Embryology
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Embryology
The laboratory and the theatre (where your eggs are collected and your embryos are transferred) are co-located. Tight environmental control is required when handling eggs and embryos.

Our embryologists assist during egg collection, inseminate the eggs either by IVF or by ICSI, monitor the growth of embryos and select the most suitable embryo for transfer.

Patients have an opportunity to discuss their egg collection and embryo transfer with an embryologist and have their questions relating to embryology answered.



Scientific Director

Scientific Director, Dr James Stanger has a Science Degree in Zoology and Biochemistry, and a PhD in Reproductive Science.  His interests lie in Clinical Embryology, Quality Management and Education. He has been instrumental in the establishment of 3 IVF clinics; the first being PIVET in 1982 (where he continues to consult). Additionally he will be consulting to Cairns Fertility Centre.  Dr Stanger  also operates an online Quality Assurance Program for Reproductive Scientists.



Consultant Academic Scientist

Consultant Academic Scientist, Professor Gábor Vajta is a world renowned expert in laboratory embryology including cryopreservation and embryo culture.

His innovative technologies are used in all continents and have contributed considerably to the efficiency of embryology laboratories.

His approach and experience will ensure Cairns Fertility Centre will become a leading institution in the advancement in human embryology
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