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Melbourne Fertility Specialist - Pathways to Parenthood For Every Family.

Thirty years of clinical expertise, combined with genuine care for every patient, regardless of background, family structure, or complexity of case.

20/10/2026

This certificate represents 3 years of hard study, sweat and tears!! The Certificate of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. The only College certified qualification in infertility, and three years of study culminating in a difficult set of exams. Followed by an ongoing commitment to continuing professional development. Yet only a small minority of doctors working in infertility have it. I am proud to be one of them.

12/10/2026

Should you transfer one embryo or two during an IVF cycle? 🧬
In Episode 7 of The Fertility Place, Melbourne Fertility Specialist Dr Gareth Weston explores the clinical debate between Single Embryo Transfer (SET) and Double Embryo Transfer (DET).

In this episode, Dr Weston outlines:
- SET vs. DET: Understanding how single and double transfers differ in clinical practice.
- Success Rates: Why transferring two embryos at once does not simply double your overall chance of taking home a baby.
- Risks of Twin Pregnancies: The maternal and fetal health considerations associated with multiple pregnancies.
- Clinical Considerations: The specific scenarios where discussing a double transfer with your specialist may be appropriate.

Understanding the evidence behind transfer numbers helps you make informed, safe decisions alongside your medical team.

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bLuP9Ts3mys
Learn more at: https://drgarethweston.com.au/
General educational content only. Please consult your medical specialist for individual advice.

09/10/2026

Saturday morning doing a transfer for my patients. This is a nice demonstration of adenomyosis, which in severe cases can reduce pregnancy rates if untreated, for example with hormonal treatment to shrink the uterus. It will make my year if we are successful with this transfer. Fingers crossed!!

29/09/2026

Is a Day 5 blastocyst transfer always the best option, or can a Day 3 cleavage-stage transfer be just as clinically appropriate?
In Episode 6 of The Fertility Place, Melbourne Fertility Specialist Dr Gareth Weston explains the stages of embryo development and compares different transfer timing options.

In this episode, Dr Weston outlines:
- Embryo Stages: The biological differences between Day 2–3 (cleavage stage) and Day 5–6 (blastocyst) embryos.
- Pros & Cons: The advantages and clinical trade-offs of transferring at each developmental stage.
- Personalised Decisions: Why extended culture isn't a one-size-fits-all approach and how specialists tailor the decision to your specific cycle.

Understanding these stages helps bring clarity to your lab updates and equips you to discuss your options with your treating team.

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/Dr Gareth Weston

🌐 Learn more at: https://drgarethweston.com.au/

General educational content only. Please consult your medical specialist for individual advice.

18/09/2026

What a wonderful evening celebrating a woman who has truly put her heart and soul into ivf over a 30 year career. It was standing room only at her private farewell. She has touched the lives of so many in the industry. Such a dreadful loss for that expertise to be lost. I will concentrate on the positives. Onwards and upwards Nicolette. You are not forgotten.

16/09/2026

Today I am feeling nostalgic about the Sunshine IVf unit I founded in St Albans in 2008. For 18 years, our wonderful team has helped many dreams come true for our patients. We remain the only full service IVF clinic in the western suburbs of Melbourne. Our success I put down to three points: 1. Celebrating and respecting the wonderful kaleidoscope of cultures and religions of the patients who have made this part of Melbourne their home. 2. Consistent high quality patient focussed care. 3. Supporting and promoting some of the best clinical carers in the industry.
No fanfare. No flashy promotions. We just get the job done for the patients in the West. Thanks guys!!

15/09/2026

Facing unexpected or poor fertilisation rates after an egg retrieval can feel overwhelming, but understanding the medical factors involved is an important step forward.

In Episode 5 of The Fertility Place, Melbourne Fertility Specialist Dr Gareth Weston breaks down the science behind poor or failed IVF fertilisation, exploring causes and potential management options.

In this episode, Dr Weston outlines: The Causes: How egg quality, s***m factors, and fertilisation mechanics contribute to cycle outcomes. The Investigation: How clinicians and embryologists analyze what occurred in the lab. Clinical Strategies: Evidence-based adjustments and laboratory options that may be explored in subsequent cycles.

If you have experienced a difficult cycle result or want to better understand how fertilisation is evaluated, this episode offers clear, compassionate clinical insight.

📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

🌐 Learn more at: https://drgarethweston.com.au/

General educational content only. Please consult your medical specialist for individual advice.

07/09/2026

Welcome lovely Tori. We have worked with her in Traralgon for years, but we’re thrilled to find that she was moving to Melbourne for university and able to help us with admin a couple of days a week. She is smart, enthusiastic, and kind. To patients and staff alike, please welcome her to the Erin street team and be kind as she finds her feet in the practice. Welcome Tori. Thanks so much for joining the team!!

03/09/2026

What actually happens in the lab after your eggs are retrieved?

In Episode 4 of The Fertility Place, Melbourne Fertility Specialist Dr Gareth Weston explains the science behind egg fertilisation in an IVF cycle.

In this episode, Dr Weston breaks down:
✅ Standard Insemination vs ICSI: How they differ and how clinical indications guide the choice of method.
✅ Method Considerations: The pros and clinical factors associated with each technique.
✅ Fertilisation Benchmarks: What rate of fertilisation is typically expected in an IVF cycle.

Whether you are preparing for a cycle or seeking to better understand reproductive health, this clear, evidence-based guide provides helpful clinical context.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/72gtisouSnk?si=93oPADsFcVwZhvly
Learn more at: https://drgarethweston.com.au/

General educational content only. Please consult your medical specialist for individual advice.

01/09/2026

It is my pleasure to welcome Dr James Aridas to 17 Erin Street. He has an impressive resume in advanced obstetrics, with a PhD in Perinatology, one and a half years of Maternal Fetal Medicine training at the Mater in Brisbane, and has done charity work with Medicin Sans Frontiers in Africa. Welcome James. I know my patients will be in the best hands whenever you look after them!

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Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Website

https://drgarethweston.com.au/

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