Dr Gary Swift Fertility Clinic

Dr Gary Swift Fertility Clinic When coming to see Dr Swift please ensure that you have a referral from your GP prior to making an appointment. More time is allocated to these appointments.

Infertility / In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) and all facets of Assisted reproductive technology (ART) Laparoscopic Surgery for endometriosis, ovarian and other disorders, and Pregnancy Care and Management. This will enable us to ensure you are seeing the right specialist, and Medicare will also not process any rebate without a referral. It’s very important that you bring this referral to your appointment. If your appointment is for infertility treatment, you will receive a higher rebate from Medicare if your partner is also on the referral and attends the consultation with you. An initial consultation fee will be charged and you will be able to claim part of this back from Medicare. Your full consultation fee is payable on the day of your appointment. We are happy to provide an estimate of this cost, simply contact the rooms and we will more than happy to answer all your questions. You will not be able to claim this consultation through your health fund (as only an inpatient in hospital can make such a claim). The length of your appointment will entirely depend on your specific circumstances, but usually 30-40 minutes for gynaecological appointments and infertility couples can expect appointments lasting 60 minutes. Follow up appointments are typically much shorter.

We received these beautiful flowers from a patient today, and it truly made our whole team pause.Gestures like this mean...
01/12/2025

We received these beautiful flowers from a patient today, and it truly made our whole team pause.

Gestures like this mean more than you might realise. Caring for women and guiding them through their fertility and gynaecological journeys is a privilege, and moments like this remind us why we do what we do.

Thank you to the lovely patient who sent them in. Your kindness is deeply appreciated.

Pain when opening your bowels, especially during your period, is a symptom many women don’t realise can be linked to end...
30/11/2025

Pain when opening your bowels, especially during your period, is a symptom many women don’t realise can be linked to endometriosis.

When endo affects the bowel or the tissues around it, inflammation can make bowel movements feel sharp, crampy, or pressure-heavy. It’s often brushed off as IBS, but if the pain is cyclical, that’s an important clue.

If this sounds familiar, a review, targeted imaging or laparoscopy can help clarify what’s going on. You deserve answers, and relief.

Stress doesn’t cause endometriosis, but it can make symptoms worse. Stress hormones influence inflammation, pain signall...
20/11/2025

Stress doesn’t cause endometriosis, but it can make symptoms worse. Stress hormones influence inflammation, pain signalling, and muscle tension in the pelvis, which can intensify endo pain during a flare.

Building a flare plan that supports both body and mind can help. Heat, gentle stretching, medication, rest, and pelvic physio all play a role. So does recognising when your body needs a slower pace.

For some women, surgery to remove endometriosis can improve fertility, especially if the disease is moderate to severe o...
17/11/2025

For some women, surgery to remove endometriosis can improve fertility, especially if the disease is moderate to severe or distorting pelvic anatomy.

But surgery isn’t always the first or only answer. The decision depends on age, symptoms, egg reserve, and how long you’ve been trying to conceive.

A tailored plan, sometimes combining surgery with IVF or medication, gives the best chance of success.

Endometriosis and fertility are deeply linked, but no two journeys are the same. The key is individualised care.

Perimenopause: vaginal dryness and comfort careVaginal dryness is a common but under-discussed symptom of perimenopause ...
16/11/2025

Perimenopause: vaginal dryness and comfort care

Vaginal dryness is a common but under-discussed symptom of perimenopause and menopause.

Low oestrogen thins and dries the vaginal tissue, which can make s*x uncomfortable and increase infection risk.

Options include:
• Non-hormonal moisturisers and lubricants
• Local estrogen creams or pessaries
• Systemic hormone therapy if broader symptoms are present

Simple treatments can restore comfort, confidence, and intimacy. You don’t have to live with discomfort. It’s easily addressed with the right support.

With endometriosis, pain levels don’t always match the extent of disease. Some women with mild endo experience severe pa...
08/11/2025

With endometriosis, pain levels don’t always match the extent of disease. Some women with mild endo experience severe pain; others with extensive endo may feel little discomfort.

Pain depends on where the endometriosis is located, how it affects nearby nerves, and your body’s inflammatory response.

If pain is affecting your life, it’s important to seek help — even if you’ve been told your endo is “mild.” All pain deserves attention.

Perimenopause and anxiety - It’s not just hormones, but they do play a big role.Fluctuating oestrogen and progesterone c...
06/11/2025

Perimenopause and anxiety - It’s not just hormones, but they do play a big role.

Fluctuating oestrogen and progesterone can affect neurotransmitters like serotonin, leading to mood swings or heightened anxiety during perimenopause.

If you’ve noticed your anxiety feels cyclical or worse around your period, that’s a clue. Lifestyle support, therapy, and sometimes low-dose hormonal treatment can help even things out.

You’re not imagining it — and you don’t have to push through it alone. We can help.

If you’ve been trying to conceive for 12 months (or 6 months if you’re over 35) without success, it’s time to check in.I...
04/11/2025

If you’ve been trying to conceive for 12 months (or 6 months if you’re over 35) without success, it’s time to check in.

It doesn’t always mean something’s wrong. Sometimes it’s about timing, ovulation patterns, or subtle hormone shifts. But early review can help identify small issues before they become bigger ones.

There’s no downside to understanding your fertility sooner. Knowledge is empowering, and not alarming.

HRT has come a long way. Today, we have multiple options - body-identical hormones, patches, gels, and low-dose tablets ...
02/11/2025

HRT has come a long way. Today, we have multiple options - body-identical hormones, patches, gels, and low-dose tablets - that can be tailored to suit your symptoms, health history, and comfort level.

It’s not just about managing hot flushes. HRT can support sleep, mood, bone density, and vaginal health too.

If you’ve been hesitant because of what you’ve heard years ago, it’s worth revisiting the conversation. Modern menopause care is about balance and safety, not fear.

Endometriosis can affect more than just the uterus. When it involves the bowel, symptoms might include bloating, pain wi...
02/11/2025

Endometriosis can affect more than just the uterus. When it involves the bowel, symptoms might include bloating, pain with bowel movements, constipation, or diarrhoea, often worse around your period.

It’s sometimes mistaken for IBS, but endo-related bowel pain usually follows a cyclical pattern.

If your gut symptoms seem to rise and fall with your menstrual cycle, it’s worth getting checked. The right diagnosis can change everything about how you feel day to day.

We’re in the middle of some digital spring cleaning - upgrading our software to help serve you better!During this transi...
30/10/2025

We’re in the middle of some digital spring cleaning - upgrading our software to help serve you better!

During this transition, things might take a little longer than usual, and we truly appreciate your kindness bearing with us as we make the switch.

SHE Medical Admin Team

For some women, adenomyosis symptoms ease after pregnancy. But for others, pain and heavy bleeding can actually worsen.T...
25/10/2025

For some women, adenomyosis symptoms ease after pregnancy. But for others, pain and heavy bleeding can actually worsen.

That’s because the condition, where endometrial tissue grows into the uterine muscle, is hormone-sensitive. After pregnancy, hormonal changes and uterine remodelling can sometimes flare underlying adenomyosis.

If your periods have become heavier, more painful, or erratic after having children, it’s worth a review. A simple ultrasound can help clarify what’s happening.

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Suite 4, 13 Carrara Street, Benowa
Gold Coast, QLD
4217

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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As a young doctor I found working in a busy Labour Ward invigorating. Working with the beginning of life, rather than other areas of medicine, made an impact on my career decision. To look after birthing mothers and provide a safe arrival for their children remains my motivation.

The mentors I have had have been crucial in inspiring my career choice and development. Over the years as my career progressed, I developed a passion for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Infertility to treat and assist those who could not achieve pregnancy easily. I still genuinely love seeing those who I operate on, and provide IVF services for, actually complete their pregnancies and have healthy babies. I call it the “circle of life”. For me when I see a couple with reproductive challenges (particularly Endometriosis) and we operate to treat or cure, then often apply the skill and technology of IVF to fall pregnant, then manage the pregnancy and delivery resulting in the birth of a healthy child; I have not found any other part of medicine so rewarding. It is the creation of a new family and the “circle of life”.

To me family is everything. Despite the long hours and demands of the job, which I love, I have always prioritised my children’s school events and family holidays. Now they are adults and I hope they saw the effort I made. Career is one thing, but my family is everything.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR APPOINTMENT When coming to see Dr Swift please ensure that you have a referral from your GP prior to making an appointment. This will enable us to ensure you are seeing the right specialist, and Medicare will also not process any rebate without a referral. It’s very important that you bring this referral to your appointment. If your appointment is for infertility treatment, you will receive a higher rebate from Medicare if your partner is also on the referral and attends the consultation with you. More time is allocated to these appointments. An initial consultation fee will be charged and you will be able to claim part of this back from Medicare. Your full consultation fee is payable on the day of your appointment. We are happy to provide an estimate of this cost, simply contact the rooms and we will more than happy to answer all your questions. You will not be able to claim this consultation through your health fund (as only an inpatient in hospital can make such a claim). The length of your appointment will entirely depend on your specific circumstances, but usually 30-40 minutes for gynaecological appointments and infertility couples can expect appointments lasting 60 minutes. Follow up appointments are typically much shorter.