Improving male fertility care: new Australian guidelines

Male infertility guidelines: a new framework for Australian healthcare

Infertility affects approximately 1 in 20 Australian males, yet misconceptions and stigma continue to cloud awareness and access to care. In an effort to bridge these gaps, the first Australian evidence-based guidelines on male infertility have been released, providing a framework for best-practice diagnosis and management in the Australian healthcare system.

General practitioners (GPs) are often the first point of contact for men experiencing fertility concerns and play a pivotal role in early diagnosis, investigation, and referral. However, male infertility is a complex issue with multiple causes, requiring a multidisciplinary approach involving fertility specialists, endocrinologists, urologists, obstetricians, nurses, midwives, counsellors, scientists, and laboratory technicians.

Partnering with Healthy Male, in this webinar we will bring together leading experts in male reproductive health, including the new guideline authors. The panel will provide practical insights into the latest evidence-based approaches to diagnosing and managing male infertility and guide GPs in navigating patient care pathways.

Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of key aspects of male infertility, including: 

• The latest international best practices, adapted for the Australian context 

• The rationale behind treatment indications and contraindications 

• The role of primary care in identifying, managing, and supporting male fertility issues 

• How to help patients navigate infertility treatments, assisted reproductive technologies (ART), and support services

Expert Panel:

• A/Prof Darren Katz MBBS FRACS
  Clinical Director, Men’s Health Melbourne | Clinical Associate Professor, University of Melbourne
  A/Prof Katz is a leading urological surgeon and male fertility microsurgeon, specialising in andrology, prosthetics, and infertility. He trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and Weill-Cornell Medical Centre (New York) and currently leads the Andrology Special Advisory Group for the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand.

• Dr Sarah Catford BBiomedSc MBBS (Hons) FRACP PhD
  Endocrinologist and Andrologist, Alfred Health, Monash Health, Royal Women's Hospital | Research Fellow, Hudson Institute of Medical Research
  Dr Catford is a respected expert in male endocrinology and fertility, with a PhD focusing on male infertility. Her clinical practice spans diabetes, general endocrinology, transgender medicine, male infertility, and testosterone management.

• Prof Rob McLachlan AM, FRACP, PhD
  Medical Director, Healthy Male | Director of Andrology Services, Hudson Institute of Medical Research | Professor of Andrology, Monash University
  Professor McLachlan has been a consultant andrologist for over 30 years, with expertise in male reproductive endocrinology, genetics of male infertility, and assisted reproduction. As Medical Director of Healthy Male, he has been at the forefront of public and professional education on male reproductive health and was awarded Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his contributions to medicine.

Interactive Q&A Session:

Following the expert presentations, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a live, moderated Q&A, allowing for in-depth discussion and case-based learning.

Who Should Attend?

• General practitioners (GPs) 

• Nurses, midwives, and allied health professionals 

• Fertility specialists, endocrinologists, and urologists 

• Counsellors and psychologists working in reproductive health 

• ny healthcare professional interested in male reproductive medicine

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop an up-to-date understanding of male infertility management across disciplines  

• Understand indications and contraindications for different treatment approaches 

• Enhance your ability to support patients through fertility treatment and care pathways

This is a Medcast Continuing Medical Education (CME) course.

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