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What To Expect When You're Injecting

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#98 Behind the Lab Doors: Safeguarding Your Future Family with Dr. Melanie Walls

April 24, 2025 • Cassie Silver • Season 4 • Episode 98

This week, we're taking you behind the scenes of IVF laboratories with Dr. Melanie Walls, Scientific Director at Concept Fertility Centre. With over 18 years of expertise in IVF laboratories and a unique perspective as both a scientist and former IVF patient, Dr. Walls offers rare insight into one of the most crucial yet least discussed aspects of fertility treatment: identification and traceability. Dr. Walls breaks down the sophisticated systems that ensure your eggs, sperm, and embryos are protected throughout your fertility journey. She explains how electronic witnessing works, the evolution of lab safeguards, and the rigorous regulations Australian fertility labs must follow to maintain the highest standards of care. Whether you're just beginning treatment or deep in your fertility journey, this conversation will give you valuable knowledge about the laboratory processes happening behind the scenes and practical advice for being proactive about your own identification during treatment.

This episode is proudly supported by Concept Fertility Centre