Did you know that Victorian patients can access Public Fertility Care? This government-funded service offers valuable support for individuals and couples looking to extend their family and provides a range of fertility treatments including:
- IVF
- Genetic counselling
- Medical fertility preservation
Public Fertility Care provides an essential option for patients seeking high-quality fertility treatment without the financial barriers of private care.
As a GP, you can play a key role in helping patients access this service by supporting them through the referral process and ensuring they complete all necessary investigations.
Referrals
More information, including referral forms, can be found on the Royal Women’s Hospital Public Fertility Care website.
All referrals, investigations and screenings should be sent to the Royal Women’s Hospital for triaging to the nearest partnering hospital. They can be sent by email to referrals@thewomens.org.au or faxed to (03) 8345 3036.