Dr. Tamara Hunter

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Dr. Tamara Hunter

Dr Tamara Hunter - IVF Doctor and Fertility Specialist in Perth Tamara returned to medical school in 2000 to achieve her dreams of becoming a doctor.

Dr Tamara Hunter completed an Exercise Science degree in 1996, graduating with first class honours. She worked as an Exercise Physiologist and Corporate Health Consultant in Sydney with such companies as Telstra, Lend Lease and Digital Computers. During this time she was a sought after speaker in the areas of stress management, body image, eating disorders, nutrition and exercise physiology, featuring in Cosmo women’s magazine, A Current Affair and Today Tonight. In 1999 Tamara assisted in the set up and operation of Sydney Heart Image, Australia’s premier interventional cardiology and preventative health centre alongside the well known cardiologist Dr Ross Walker. She graduated with Honours. Tamara returned to Perth in 2004 and is now working as an Obstetrician and Gynecologist. She has received 2 academic prizes for her work in pre-term birth and in-vitro maturation. Tamara is currently pursuing subspecialty qualifications in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. She is a public advocate for women’s and children’s health and is a mum herself.

25/11/2025

I had a wonderful evening at the Australian Indian Medical Association dinner at Crown Towers!

So grateful to be part of a community that values connection, collaboration and ongoing learning in women’s health.

Thank you to Monash IVF for the sponsorship and support.

24/11/2025

Did you know that Australian guidelines make it clear that retinoids are best paused while trying to conceive?

Swipe through to read why you should be taking a closer look at your skin care routine 👉🏼

21/11/2025

There are conversations in fertility care that are uncomfortable BUT necessary.

Not because anyone wants to be blunt. But because clarity protects you from losing time, money and emotional bandwidth.

Honest medicine is not unkind.

It’s respectful. It gives you the information you need to make decisions with your eyes wide open.

If something in this reel made you pause, that’s intentional. These are the things patients deserve to hear early, not years into their journey.

What topic should I unpack next?

20/11/2025

Synarel is one of the most complained-about IVF medications, and there’s a reason the side effects feel so intense.

Hormonal suppression isn’t gentle on the body, and recent research has helped us understand why some people struggle more than others.

An Australian study showed that when LH levels drop too far during GnRH-agonist cycles, success rates can be affected.

That’s why careful monitoring and choosing the right protocol are so IMPORTANT.

Your experience with medication is valid.

You deserve to know what is happening in your body and why it feels the way it does.

17/11/2025

PGT, PGTA, PGTM - the acronyms can get confusing fast.

When it comes to understanding your embryo’s genetics, each test looks for something different.

Knowing the difference matters, especially when genetic conditions run in the family.

If you’ve got a genetics or embryo testing question you want covered next, drop it below and I’ll add it to the list.

14/11/2025

Look who made it to the paper!!

Feeling so grateful to share this work beyond the clinic 💛

13/11/2025

Ectopic pregnancies is something few people expect - and even fewer understand it until they’ve lived through it.

It’s a serious condition that needs prompt medical attention, but it’s also one that many recover from, both physically and emotionally, with the right care.

If this is something you’ve experienced, then please share this so that others can continue to spread this vital piece of information to those around them.

11/11/2025

I’m so touched!! 🤍

This is officially joining me for all future Tea with Dr. T chats.

Here’s to many more cups shared, questions answered, and stories told together.

08/11/2025

We completely understand the urge to take a pregnancy test early — that mix of hope, anxiety, and curiosity is hard to resist.

But there’s a reason we always recommend waiting for your official blood test day.

Early testing can give misleading results:

❌ A false positive from leftover hCG after your trigger injection
❌ A false negative because it’s simply too soon for your body to show reliable levels

After everything you’ve been through, you deserve clarity and peace of mind — not added stress.

Your nurse and fertility team are here to support you through this wait and guide you with accuracy and care. 💛

If you’re in your two-week wait, take it one day at a time — and remember, you don’t have to do it alone.

07/11/2025

Fertility facts can feel confronting BUT knowledge really is power.

The truth is, age and lifestyle have a greater impact than most people realise. Understanding this early doesn’t limit your choices — it expands them.

Whether you’re thinking about a future pregnancy, exploring egg freezing, or currently trying to conceive, you deserve clear, evidence-based guidance at every step.

Link in bio for more info and related articles.

06/11/2025

Kettle’s on — welcome back to Tea with Dr. T ☕️

Today’s question is one I hear often: what can be done to improve endometrial thickness before an embryo transfer?

The truth is, this can be one of the trickiest parts of fertility treatment to manage. It’s rarely about simple fixes or “magic foods” — sometimes it’s about circulation, hormones, or underlying conditions that need to be investigated properly.

If you’re preparing for transfer and struggling with your lining, this is where individualised care makes all the difference.

What would you like me to pour into for the next Tea with Dr. T? Drop your question below 👇

30/10/2025

We track our favourite podcasts and skincare routines — but most of us don’t know what our reproductive hormones are really doing.

Hormones like oestrogen, progesterone, and LH are constantly giving us clues about how our body’s functioning — not just in fertility, but in bone strength, heart health, mood, and metabolism too.

When you notice mid-cycle energy dips or changes in mood or sleep, it’s your hormones communicating — not working against you.

And the good news? They’re adaptable.

With the right balance of sleep, stress support, nutrition, and movement, your hormones can shift toward better overall health.

It’s your body’s feedback system — and it’s worth listening to. 💛

Which hormone surprised you most when you learned what it really does? 👇

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43 Richardson Street West
Perth, WA
6005

Website

http://www.drtamarahunter.com.au/

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