Cambridge IVF

Stephen joined the team at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in 2009. He has over 20 years direct hands-on experience in embryology and diagnostic andrology, and started his career at the University of Bristol before moving to Newcastle Fertility Centre at Life, where he spent eight years as senior clinical scientist and laboratory manager.  Stephen took on the role of Consultant Embryologist and Person Responsible at Cambridge IVF in December 2014.

Alka joined Cambridge IVF in 2011, bringing with her over five years of experience in reproductive medicine and surgery. She trained at the University of Sheffield and Cambridge University Hospitals, following which she worked as a consultant at the Newcastle Fertility Centre at Life. Alka’s specialist area of interest is the role of endometrium in pregnancy and implantation failure. Alka has been invited speaker and contributes to the annual RCOG (Royal college of obstetrics and gynaecology) subfertility course.

Jane has worked as a consultant at Addenbrooke’s Hospital since 1994. She was trained in IVF in London whilst completing a research degree with Professor Howard Jacobs at the Middlesex Hospital. She is now a subspecialist in reproductive medicine and is also lead clinician for reproductive endocrinology and paediatric and adolescent gynaecology. Having held various educational posts, she is currently Head of School for the Postgraduate School of Obstetrics & Gynaecology in the East of England and is therefore responsible for training colleagues to provide the best possible care.

Miriam joined Cambridge IVF in 2014. She is originally from the Netherlands and trained in fertility treatment in Brussels in one of the world’s best known centres.

Katie joined the team at Cambridge IVF in 2011 following 3 years of research into HPV related cancers. 

Katie started her career in embryology in 1997 in Newcastle upon Tyne and completed the post graduate diploma in Clinical Embryology before becoming State Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.

While being skilled in all aspects of fertility treatment, Katie has a particular interest in fertility preservation for people undergoing treatment for cancer.  She is committed to enhancing the development of the service offered to you and believes in the individualised care aimed at promoting the best possible outcome.

Stacy graduated with a 1st class Master’s degree in Biological Sciences in 2009. After completing a 1-year embryology internship in London she worked for a private fertility unit in Kent before joining Cambridge IVF in 2011. She obtained her postgraduate certificate awarded by the Association of Clinical Embryologists (ACE) in February 2014. Stacy is currently working towards state registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.

Kate has been a clinical nurse manager at CUH for nine years, and joined the trust from the University of Cambridge’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Here, she worked as both clinical nurse manager and research sister in reproductive medicine.

Jennie has a keen interest in women’s health and has worked as a fertility nurse specialist for the last 9 years. She is also a practicing midwife and the Lead Nurse for the Ovulation Induction.

Ann has worked in women’s health since 1997, covering all aspects of gynaecology, early pregnancy, breast surgery, gynaecological oncology and female urology. She moved to reproductive medicine in 2005.

Michala has worked for Cambridge IVF since 2008 and manages the administration team.  Michala acts as a point of contact for general questions about appointments or treatment. She also provides administrative support to her clinical and nursing colleagues so the unit runs smoothly.