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Dr Richard Fisher and Dr Freddie Graham brought in vitro fertilisation or IVF to New Zealand 27 years ago. They both were made Companions of the New Zealand Order of Merit for their services to medicine in the New Year Honours.
Rotorua couple would recommend IVF to anyone having trouble falling pregnant naturally, following successful treatment at Fertility Associates' clinic in Hamilton.
If you're ready to procreate, here's everything you need to know to give yourself the best possible chance.
Richard Fisher and Freddie Graham are recognised in the New Year Honours as Companions of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
Dr Mary Birdsall, Medical Director at Fertility Associates in Auckland urges people to seek advice early if they have a known fertility issue or have concerns.
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Opting for fertility treatment guarantees an emotional rollercoaster of hope, but not necessarily a baby.
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