Sascha Edelstein
EPPING,VIC
Summary
Fertility Specialist with a strong foundation in evidenced-based practice and clinical expertise, adept at delivering personalized care tailored to individual patient needs. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, fostering an inclusive and non-judgmental environment that promotes trust and collaboration. Proven track record of successful outcomes through a multi-disciplinary teamwork approach, ensuring comprehensive support throughout the fertility journey. Committed to continuous learning and professional development to stay abreast of advancements in reproductive health.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Thrive Fertility
Epping, Australia
01.2024 - Current
- Founded and led the establishment of a high-tech fertility clinic, overseeing aspects of clinic design, equipment procurement and financing.
- Directed RTAC accreditation preparation, including development and implementation of compliant clinical, laboratory and administrative protocols.
- Recruited and onboarded multidisciplinary staff, including clinicians, embryologists, nurses, counsellors, and administrative personnel, building a collaborative and patient-centered team culture.
- Developed and implemented all clinical workflows and patient care pathways across OI, IUI, IVF/ICSI, PGT, and fertility preservation.
- Led marketing and community outreach strategy, including digital campaigns, website content, and referral networks to build patient volume and brand recognition.
- Defined the clinic’s scope of practice, ensuring alignment with current best practice, regulatory requirements, and patient demand for accessible, advanced reproductive care.
- Established and managed the billing systems, integrating Medicare compliance, item coding and private health fund options.
Fertility Specialist
Adora Fertility
Greensborough, Australia
01.2016 - 11.2023
- Reproductive pathology assessment and management
- Planning, monitoring, and treatment for ovulation induction, IUI, IVF/ICSI
- Perform gynaecological procedures (egg retrieval, embryo transfer, laparoscopy, hysteroscopy)
- Early pregnancy management and complication resolution
- Collaborate with clinicians, embryologists, and nurses
- Administrative record maintenance
- Conduct clinical practice audits
Clinical Director
Adora Fertility
Greensborough, Australia
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Local Medical Management: Oversee medical operations within the context of a national organization, ensuring adherence to clinical governance standards.
- Broader Clinical Governance Team: Collaborate with medical, embryology and nursing teams to maintaining and enhancing clinical quality and standards.
Clinical Director
HART Fertility
Cape Town, South Africa
04.2012 - 08.2016
- Established independent, private fertility clinic in Cape Town, South Africa.
- Included stakeholder engagement; lab design & construction; staff recruitment & management; marketing; protocol development; clinical oversight.
Fellow Reproductive Medicine
Groote Schuur Hospital O&G
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2008 - 12.2010
- Active member of Reproductive Medicine Unit 2008 – 2010, comprising four doctors led by Prof S Dyer tasked to provide Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) to public patients.
- Comprehensive services: investigation, diagnosis, and management of male and female infertility.
- Treatments included ovulation induction, artificial insemination, IVF, ICSI, and donor cycles.
- Managed diverse outpatient clinics: Fertility, menopause, gynaecological endocrine, recurrent pregnancy loss, high-risk family planning, and general gynaecology.
- Conduct regular theatre sessions.
- Provided teaching to junior O&G registrars & medical students.
Registrar
University of Cape Town Department O&G
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2004 - 12.2008
Senior House Officer
Mowbray Maternity Hospital O&G
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2003 - 12.2004
Junior Clinical Fellow
Royal Free Hospital O&G
London, UK
01.2002 - 12.2003
Education
Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics & Gynaecology -
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Australia01.2018
MPhil Reprod Med -
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa01.2010
Certificate in Reproductive Medicine -
Colleges of Medicine of South Africa
South Africa01.2009
MMed O&G -
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa01.2008
Fellow of Colleges of Medicine of South Africa - Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
Colleges of Medicine of South Africa
South Africa01.2007
MPhil Science -
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa01.2001
MBCHB -
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa01.1996
Skills
- Evidenced-based practice
- Clinical expertise
- Attention to detail
- Personalised care
- Patient communication
- Collaborative approach
- Multi-disciplinary teamwork
- Successful outcomes
- Inclusivity
- Non-judgmental attitude
- Commitment to continuous learning
References
- Dr Linda Walmsley, 0498 277 162, linda.walmsley@thrivefertility.com.au
- Ass Prof Vinay Rane, 0488 832 339, vsr@melbournemothers.com
- Dr Malika Patel, +27 83 263 0389, m.patel@uct.ac.za
Verification Statement
04/25/25, I verify that the information contained within this Curriculum Vitae is true and correct.
Memberships And Registrations
- AHPRA
- RANZCOG
- FSANZ
- ESHRE
Timeline
Managing Director
Thrive Fertility
01.2024 - Current
Clinical Director
Adora Fertility
01.2018 - 12.2020
Fertility Specialist
Adora Fertility
01.2016 - 11.2023
Clinical Director
HART Fertility
04.2012 - 08.2016
Fellow Reproductive Medicine
Groote Schuur Hospital O&G
01.2008 - 12.2010
Registrar
University of Cape Town Department O&G
01.2004 - 12.2008
Senior House Officer
Mowbray Maternity Hospital O&G
01.2003 - 12.2004
Junior Clinical Fellow
Royal Free Hospital O&G
01.2002 - 12.2003
Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics & Gynaecology -
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
MPhil Reprod Med -
University of Cape Town
Certificate in Reproductive Medicine -
Colleges of Medicine of South Africa
MMed O&G -
University of Cape Town
Fellow of Colleges of Medicine of South Africa - Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
Colleges of Medicine of South Africa
MPhil Science -
University of Cape Town
MBCHB -
University of Cape Town
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