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Fertility In General Practice
by Genea Fertility
Hosted by Genea Fertility GP, Dr Ali Hodgkinson, Fertility in General Practice is a dedicated podcast series designed exclusively for General Practitioners with a special interest in women’s and men’s fertility, reproductive health, and wellbeing. Dr Hodgkinson is joined by a different Genea Fertility Specialist each episode to unpack key topics in fertility care within the GP setting. Together, they explore practical, evidence-based approaches to managing common and complex reproductive health concerns — from pre-conception counselling and early fertility assessment to male factor considerations, cycle management, early pregnancy care, and more.Created as a learning resource for busy practitioners, this series delivers clear, clinically relevant insights that support GPs in navigating fertility conversations, enhancing patient care, and strengthening collaborative pathways with fertility specialists.Whether you’re deepening your expertise or seeking up-to-date guidance on best practic
Episodes
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PCOS Management in General Practice with Dr Simon Nothman
In this episode of the GP Series, host Dr. Ali Hodgkinson is joined by distinguished fertility specialist Dr. Simon Nothman for a comprehensive look at the management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). Dr. Nothman provides clarity on the diagnostic criteria, the four different PCOS...
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What I wish my GP told me with Yaelle and Lucy : A patient perspective
In this special episode, host Dr. Ali Hodgkinson steps away from the specialists to focus on the patient experience. She is joined by Yaelle and Lucy, the inspiring hosts of the podcast IVF Real Talk. The two women share the raw, personal, and challenging details of their respective three-year...
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Tubal Factor Infertility: Treatment, Surgery, and Fertility Options
Join Dr. Ali Hodgkinson as she speaks with talented fertility specialist, Dr. Vanessa Tatham, to peel back the layers of Tubal Factor Infertility (TFI). TFI is one of the most common causes of female infertility, accounting for 25% to 35% of cases.1 In this episode, you will learn: What is TFI…
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The Importance of Diagnosing Endometriosis Early - Dr Danielle Robson
In this episode, she highlights why an early diagnosis is so pivotal, particularly for a woman wanting to fall pregnant, while also revealing just how common the condition is. She provides GPs with tips on recognising the telltale signs of endometriosis and emphasises why symptoms should never be...
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Accessing Donor Eggs & Sperm in Australia - Dr Anne Clark
Dr Anne Clark trained as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist before becoming the first female doctor in Australia to obtain the CREI subspecialist qualification in reproductive medicine and fertility more than 28 years ago. She is currently the Medical Director of Fertility First, which is an IVF…
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Uterine Fibroids & Polyps & How They Can Cause Infertility - Dr I-Ferne Tan
Often as GPs, we are the first to hear about a patient’s concerns with heavy periods, pelvic pain and struggles to conceive, so understanding more about these conditions helps us to know when and how to investigate further and subsequently refer to a specialist. My guest today is Dr I-Ferne Tan,...
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Male Factor infertility- Health, Testing and Treatment - Dr Kate Burston
Today we are diving into a topic that affects millions of men worldwide: male infertility. Often, male infertility is less spoken about when compared with female infertility, due to a lack of awareness and stigma around masculinity. Interestingly, male infertility is involved in up to half of all...
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When should GPs consider referring for a surgical assessment? - Dr Lionel Reyftmann
In this episode, we take a closer look at how surgical intervention can make a meaningful impact in improving fertility for patients, depending on the type of struggles they are facing. Joining me is Dr Lionel Reyftmann, who is a gynaecologist, fertility specialist and laparoscopic surgeon. He is…
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PGT Explained & When Is It Required? - Dr Ying Li
Today, we are going to get the microscope out and take a close look at pre-implantation genetic testing and better understand when GPs should be considering referring their patients for such testing. Firstly, we start off by discussing some of the language changes in this field, which are aimed…
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Fertility Preservation Prior to Gender Reassignment - Dr Monique Atkinson.
On today’s podcast we are discussing fertility care for transgender and gender-diverse patients. Navigating fertility preservation can be complex and nuanced, and it is no secret some GPs may feel out-of-their depth due to their limited experience in what is an evolving field. Here to help me...
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Management of Recurrent Miscarriage - Dr Anthony Marren
GPs have an important part to play in addressing fertility challenges, but so many talented specialists on our show have reminded us of the unique position GPs are in when it comes to early detection, preliminary testing and being a solid support system. Today we are discussing recurrent...
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IVF vs Natural Pregnancy, Risk Factors and Management - Dr Mathew Holland
Today, we are putting the spotlight on some risks associated with artificial reproductive technologies and how they might differ to spontaneously conceived pregnancies. IVF and ICSI – where eggs are fertilised with sperm outside the body – have helped countless families across the world realise...
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AMH, Interpreting Results & Next Steps - Dr Andrew Wong
Today, we’re diving into AMH testing and how GPs can use it as an important tool in understanding a woman’s fertility challenges. While it’s a helpful part of the puzzle, there’s still some uncertainty around what AMH results truly indicate, and whether they’re being interpreted appropriately in...
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Surrogacy in Australia - Dr Myvanwy McIlveen
Surrogacy is on the rise in Australia due to many factors such as families choosing to have children later in life, more social acceptance of diverse family structures and a decline in adoption rates. Joining us to unpack the emotional, physical and legal journey of surrogacy is Dr Myvanwy…
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Medical vs Non-Medical Egg freezing - Dr Becky Taylor
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr Becky Taylor, a fertility and gynaecology specialist who joined Genea in 2024. Originally from the UK, Becky studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh and worked in Scotland before moving to Australia. She now consults in Glebe and Sydney CBD, and…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hosted by Genea Fertility GP, Dr Ali Hodgkinson, Fertility in General Practice is a dedicated podcast series designed exclusively for General Practitioners with a special interest in women’s and men’s fertility, reproductive health, and wellbeing. Dr Hodgkinson is joined by a different Genea Fertility Specialist each episode to unpack key topics in fertility care within the GP setting. Together, they explore practical, evidence-based approaches to managing common and complex reproductive health concerns — from pre-conception counselling and early fertility assessment to male factor considerations, cycle management, early pregnancy care, and more.Created as a learning resource for busy practitioners, this series delivers clear, clinically relevant insights that support GPs in navigating fertility conversations, enhancing patient care, and strengthening collaborative pathways with fertility specialists.Whether you’re deepening your expertise or seeking up-to-date guidance on best practic
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Hosted by Genea Fertility GP, Dr Ali Hodgkinson, Fertility in General Practice is a dedicated podcast series designed exclusively for General Practitioners with a special interest in women’s and men’s fertility, reproductive health, and wellbeing. Dr Hodgkinson is joined by a different Genea...
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