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About Lauren

MBBS(HONS), BMEDSCI, MRMED, GCERTBIOSTAT, FRANZCOG

Dr Lauren Hicks is a gynaecologist, fertility specialist and advanced laparoscopic surgeon consulting in East Melbourne and Box Hill.

Lauren offers comprehensive gynaecology care for people with endometriosis, fibroids and other gynaecology concerns, and those wanting to fall pregnant or discuss their fertility. Sometimes these conditions go hand-in-hand, and Lauren is able to provide a holistic approach to the management of both symptoms and fertility issues. She aims to provide gynaecology care for women throughout their reproductive lives, and spends time understanding the individual patient’s symptoms and goals at each consultation. Lauren always strives for the best possible outcomes for her patients and welcomes the fact that each consultation and surgery is different.

Lauren completed her specialist RANZCOG training through the Mercy Hospital for Women and Albury Wodonga Health. She undertook additional training completing a prestigious 2-year Australasian Gynaecological Endoscopy & Surgery (AGES) fellowship in complex gynaecology surgery as well as a Master’s degree in reproductive medicine through the University of New South Wales. She has ongoing involvement in research at the Royal Women’s Hospital and the Mercy Hospital for women and her research interests include endometriosis and outpatient hysteroscopy. For more information on one of Lauren’s research groups, please visit endometriosis.org.au.

Lauren joined Newlife IVF in 2022 after working with the founding directors where she was impressed by the independent clinic’s dedication to the best possible patient outcomes. Lauren offers fertility consultations at Newlife’s East Melbourne and Box Hill sites and via Telehealth. Gynaecology consultations are provided at East Melbourne (and via Telehealth if necessary), and she operates privately at Epworth Freemasons Hospital. Additionally, Lauren holds public appointments with the advanced endosurgery units at both the Royal Women’s Hospital and the Mercy Hospital for Women, and also co-leads the Ambulatory Gynaecology service at the Royal Women’s Hospital.

Fertility Services offered

Fertility Assessment – A thorough clinical assessment, along with a range of tests, helps us get to the heart of your fertility issues. See Female fertility testing & Male fertility testing.

IUI – Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a type of fertility treatment that involves placing a large number of sperm directly into the uterus to increase the chances that the sperm and egg will meet.

IVF – stands for In Vitro Fertilisation. In essence, it’s a procedure designed to overcome infertility by starting a pregnancy outside the womb (i.e. in vitro).

Egg Freezing – keeping some of your younger, better-quality eggs ‘on ice’ just in case you run into fertility problems later in life – can help safeguard your future fertility.

Donor Sperm – It is now very common for Assigned Females at Birth (AFAB) to use donor sperm to help them conceive. Donor sperm can also help heterosexual couples struggling with infertility due to sperm abnormalities.

Gynaecology Services

Heavy Periods – It is very common for women to experience heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding at some stage in their lives. A thorough assessment, along with a range of treatment options, can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Fibroids – Fibroids are non-cancerous growths of the uterus that can cause symptoms such as heavy periods, pelvic pain, and pressure. Diagnosis, monitoring, and personalised treatment options are tailored depending on your symptoms and reproductive plans.

Endometriosis and pelvic pain – Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the womb, often causing significant pelvic pain and fertility issues. Comprehensive care is available to diagnose and manage endometriosis and persistent pelvic pain.

Bleeding after menopause – Any bleeding after menopause should be investigated. Prompt evaluation helps identify the cause and ensures appropriate management and reassurance where possible.

Contraception including IUD insertion– A range of contraceptive options are available to help prevent pregnancy and support reproductive planning. Advice and selection are tailored to individual health needs, lifestyle, and future fertility goals.