Our Team
At Number 1 Fertility, your care is led by doctors, not dictated by corporations. We’re proudly independent, which means our focus stays exactly where it belongs — on you. Every treatment plan is carefully tailored by our specialists, never guided by standard protocols or corporate agendas. Without the overheads of boards or investors, we’re able to offer world-class fertility care that’s more personal, transparent, and accessible. Here, compassion and expertise work hand in hand to help you take your next step toward building your family with confidence.
Our Management Team
DR LYNN BURMEISTER
Medical Director & CEO Fertility Specialist, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (MBBS FRANZCOG CREI)
MICHELLE BUI HOANG
Marketing Manager
CHERYL TSE
Genetic Counselling Manager
KYLIE SOLTERMANN
Operations Manager Sydney
RACHEL S
Accounts Receivable Manager
KATHY MANTELOS
Quality Manager
Our Team
We’re here to replace fear with knowledge and empower you to make decisions with confidence. It’s time to forget what you thought you knew about fertility and partner with passionate professionals who share your dream to create a family.
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- Theatre
- Medical Records
- Clinical Administration
- Management
- Clinical Team
- Assistant
- Patient Services
- Accounts
- Patient Care Team
- Bookings
- Quality Team
- General Practitioner
- Nurses
- Marketing Team
- Donor Team
- Embryology Team
- Counselling Team
- Genetic Counselling
A/Prof Cooper graduated from Sydney University in 1984 and received his Fellowship qualification in 1995. He spent an extensive time training in endoscopic surgery in Europe, the U...Read More
A/Prof Michael Cooper Fertility Specialist (MBBS, FRANZCOG, FRCOG, MHKCOG)
Alexandra Senior Nurse Coordinator
Alexia Clinical Support Administrator
Alice IVF Nurse Coordinator
Bachelor of Science (University of Melbourne)
Master of Genetic Counselling (University of Melbourne)
Certified Genetic Counsellor, Fellow of Human Genetics Society of Australasi...Read More
Alice Weeks Genetic Counselling Manager
Bachelor of Science (Monash University)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Anna began her embryolog...Read More
Anna Embryologist
Dr Grant Saffer is an obstetrician and gynaecologist at the Epworth-Freemasons Consulting Suites on Victoria Parade in East Melbourne. He also works as a fertility specialist in th...Read More
Assoc Prof Grant Saffer Fertility Specialist, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (MB BCh, FRANZCOG)
Astrid Patient Care Administrator
Brianna D Embryologist
Brittany F Accounts Team Leader
Caitlin Andrology Scientist
Carla Medical Records Administrator
Caroline Phlebotomist
Bachelor of Science (Monash University)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Casey commenced her labo...Read More
Casey Embryologist
Celest Bookings Team Leader
Bachelor of Science and Mathematics (University of New South Wales)
Master of Genetic Counselling (University of Melbourne)
Member of Human Genetics Society of Australasia (MHGSA...Read More
Cheryl Genetic Counselling Team Leader
Chloe G Patient Care Administrator
Chloe J Patient Care Administrator
Chloe M Clinical Administration Team Leader
Coleen Patient Care Administrator
Crystal Embryologist
Cynthia Acting Patient Care Team Leader
Dana's background is in both Social Work and Counselling, with a particular interest in Women's Health. Having studied a Bachelor of Health Science and Social Work, and in more rec...Read More
Dana Fertility Counsellor
Bachelor of Science (Monash University)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Daniela started out in t...Read More
Daniela Embryology Team Leader
Danielle IVF Nurse Coordinator
BHSc BMBS FRACP
Chloe is a Clinical Geneticist who consults for No.1 Fertility. She is a Consultant Clinical Geneticist at the Victorian Clinical Genetics Service (VCGS), Clinic...Read More
Dr Chloe Cunningham Consultant Clinical Geneticist
Dr Elissa Heineke is a General Practitioner with a special interest in women’s health, and where she has spent her last eight years of practice. Dr Elissa has a number of yearsâ€...Read More
Dr Elissa Heineke General Practitioner - No. 1 Women's Health Clinic & Cosmetic Physician, No. 1 Skin
Dr Hayden Waterham is an obstetrician, gynaecologist, sonologist and fertility specialist. You can find Dr Hayden at the Epworth Freemasons doing egg collections or at No.1 helping...Read More
Dr Hayden Waterham Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, Sonologist, MBBS (HONS), FRANZCOG, DDU
Dr Jeffrey Persson is a fertility specialist with 30 years of experience in the field, including 25 years as a CREI specialist. Jeffrey has helped thousands of families create thei...Read More
Dr Jeffrey Persson Fertility Specialist (MD FRANZCOG CREI)
Dr Jonathan Nettle is an obstetrician, gynaecologist and fertility specialist in private practice at Frances Perry House and at the Epworth Hospital. He also works as a consultant ...Read More
Dr Jonathan Nettle Fertility Specialist, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (MBBS FRANZCOG, DipSurgAnat, MRMED)
Bachelor of Science with Honours (James Cook University)
Doctor of Philosophy (University of Tasmania)
After completing her PhD, studying the population genetics of mosquitofis...Read More
Dr Kerri Johnson Research Coordinator & Embryologist
Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
BSC (HONS), MBBS, FRANZCOG
Dr Kimberley is an Obstetrician Gynaecologist with a special interest in fertility preservation, infertility diagnos...Read More
Dr Kimberley Norton-Old
Dr Lorance Melhem is a dedicated and compassionate gynaecologist who has a special interest in fertility. She is focused on delivering high quality care and individualising each pa...Read More
Dr Lorance Melhem Fertility Specialist (MBBS, FRANZCOG, FRCOG, MHKCOG)
Dr Lynn Burmeister is the owner and medical director at No.1 Fertility. Lynn graduated from Melbourne University with honours and went on to complete her internship at the Austin H...Read More
Dr Lynn Burmeister Medical Director & CEO Fertility Specialist, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (MBBS FRANZCOG CREI)
Dr Paul Berlund is an experienced Melbourne based Obstetrician and Gynaecologist providing expert care in a supportive and welcoming environment. At Number 1 fertility, you may fin...Read More
Dr Paul Berlund Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (MBBS FRANZCOG)
Dr Prue Standen is a specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist, she graduated medical school from Flinders University in 2010, completing her internship at Fremantle Hospital then ...Read More
Dr Prue Standen Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Dr Susan Jian General Practitioner
Dr Vicki Nott is a fertility specialist, obstetrician and gynaecologist. Vicki has delivered over 10,000 babies and has probably collected the same number of eggs! Her patients...Read More
Dr Vicki Nott Fertility Specialist, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (MBBS FRANZCOG MRMED)
Bachelor of Biomedical Science (University of Melbourne)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Graduate ...Read More
Dr. Kelli Sorby Scientific Director
Eden Ruby Nursing Team Leader
Eilish Embryologist
Elise
Elisha Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM)
Eliza E Patient Care Administrator
Ellie joined No.1 Fertility in the Donor and Surrogacy team in 2023 after working in the mental health space for 7 years previously. Ellie is deeply passionate about Fertility, in...Read More
Ellie Donor and Surrogacy Coordinator
Emily C IVF Nurse Coordinator
Emma A Doctor Assistant Nurse
Emma B Amber Nursing Team Leader
Emma J IVF Nurse Coordinator
Bachelor of Biomedical Science (La Trobe University)
Master of Biotechnology (Valencia University)
Health and Care Professionals Council State Registered Clinical Scientist (UK)
...Read More
Eve Glage IVF Laboratories Manager
Fiona Doctor Assistant & Women's Health Nurse
Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Monash University)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Gabriella joi...Read More
Gabriella Embryologist
Gemma C IVF Nurse Coordinator
Georgina’s specialisation is Health Psychology and she has over 17 years of clinical experience, working in both private and public healthcare settings. She really enjoys worki...Read More
Georgina Senior Fertility Counsellor
Hannah Genetics Clinical Assistant
Hannah O Medical Records Administrator
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Genetics (University of Otago, New Zealand)
Master of Genetic Counselling (University of Melbourne)
Member of the Human Genetics Society o...Read More
Hazel Genetic Counsellor
Helen N Bookings Administrator
Jaclyn Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM)
Jamie C IVF Nurse Coordinator
I started working at Number 1 Fertility in July 2020 where I have been a part of the administration, patient care, donor and now embryology teams. I have a Bachelors Degree in Nutr...Read More
Jamie S Embryologist
Jana Fertility Counsellor
Jemaine Senior Nurse Coordinator
Jenny Midwife
Jenyne IVF Nurse Coordinator
Jessica C IVF Nurse Coordinator
Jessica O IVF Nurse Coordinator
Johanna Women's Health Practice Nurse
Jordan IVF Nurse Coordinator
Julia S IVF Nurse Coordinator
Bachelor of Biomedical Science / Bachelor of Science (Monash University)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash Univer...Read More
Justine Embryologist
Katherine IVF Nurse Coordinator
Kathy Mantelos Quality Manager
Katie IVF Nurse Coordinator
Bachelor of Medical Science (Flinders University)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Kavya commence...Read More
Kavya Embryologist
Kylah Nurse Unit Manager (NUM)
Kym IVF Nurse Coordinator
Lara IVF Nurse Coordinator
Leontee Patient Care Administrator
Lily is a strong foundation to the genetic counselling team, having been the clinical assistant for a few years now. She previously spent a year as a laboratory technician after gr...Read More
Lily Genetics Clinical Assistant
Lola Corporate Partnerships & Marketing
Lotta IVF Nurse Coordinator
Lucien Genetic Counsellor
Maddy started working in reproductive services in 2021 and joined No.1 Fertility in 2023 with our Bookings team and then moving into the Donor and Surrogacy team.
Maddy has had a ...Read More
Maddy Donor and Surrogacy Coordinator
Mahalia manages the Donor and Surrogacy team at No.1 Fertility. She has a background in science and healthcare, having completed a Bachelor of Science in Cell Biology at Deakin Uni...Read More
Mahalia Donor and Surrogacy Manager
Marina Accounts Recievable Administrator
Mary IVF Nurse Coordinator
Melissa IVF Nurse Coordinator
Melissa R IVF Nurse Coordinator
Melissa Seedy Counselling Manager
Michelle Marketing Manager
Michelle Sonographer
Mikayla IVF Nurse Coordinator
Monique Accounts Administrator
Nadia IVF Nurse Coordinator
Bachelor of Science (University of Melbourne)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Natalie commenced ...Read More
Natalie Embryologist
Natasha Emerald Nursing Team Leader
Bachelor of Science (Monash University)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Nicole began her career ...Read More
Nicole Embryologist
Olivia Laboratory Support Officer
Olivia W Clinical Support Administrator
Bachelor of Science (University of Melbourne)
Diploma of Language – French (University of Melbourne)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Cli...Read More
Phoebe Embryologist
Priyana Clinical Support Administrator
Bachelor of Science with Honours (Monash University)
Rachael commenced her career in research laboratories, with positions at the Centre for Neural Engineering at the University...Read More
Rachael Embryologist
Rachael M Nurse Unit Manager (NUM)
Rachel S Accounts Receivable Manager
Salonika Embryology Team Leader
Sarah G Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM)
Sarah O Theatre Administrator
Sarah R IVF Nurse Coordinator
Bachelor of Science with Honours (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Before moving onto her embryology studies Shalini undertook her honours r...Read More
Shalini Embryologist
Shanise IVF Nurse Coordinator
Sharna IVF Nurse Coordinator
Bachelor of Science (University of Melbourne)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
During her postgra...Read More
Shelley Embryologist
Bachelor of Medicine (Shanghai Fudan University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Shirley began her professional life as an obstetrician and gynaecologist, bef...Read More
Shirley Embryologist
Sophia V Theatre Administrator
Stella IVF Nurse Coordinator
Stephanie Sapphire Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM)
Tamara C Clinical Administration Team Leader
Bachelor of Science (Swinburne University)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Tania spent...Read More
Tania Embryology & Laboratory Supervisor
Bachelor of Science with Honours (University of Western Australia)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Prior to her embryology studies Tanika completed her honour...Read More
Tanika Embryologist
Tenielle Landrigan Executive Assistant to Dr. Lynn Burmeister - Medical Director, Kelli Sorby - Scientific Director
Tess Clinical Administration Officer
Bachelor of Biomedical Science / Bachelor of Science (Monash University)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash Univer...Read More
Tracey Embryologist
Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Griffith University)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Vassana beg...Read More
Vassana Embryologist
Bachelor of Medical Science (University of New South Wales)
Graduate Diploma of Reproductive Science (Monash University)
Master of Clinical Embryology (Monash University)
Vivi...Read More






