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.

11/12/2025

Contraception and endometriosis get spoken about like there’s one clear path, but the reality is much more layered.

Many people want to protect their future fertility while keeping symptoms under control, and choosing the right option can feel anything but simple.

If you’ve navigated this before, what’s one thing you wish you’d known earlier? Share it below so others can learn from your experience.

05/12/2025

There comes a point in every fertility journey where the question shifts from “Can I?” to “What path feels right for me?”

It’s emotional and personal, shaped by more than age or statistics. It’s about identity, values and the kind of family you hope to build.

If you’ve ever felt that mix of possibility and uncertainty, you’re not alone.

What’s one thing you wish more people understood about fertility decisions in your 40s?

03/12/2025

Deciding to freeze your eggs is a major step, and making sense of the numbers can help you move forward confidently.

Australian research shows that simply freezing a “few eggs” may not be enough to reach a strong likelihood of future pregnancy, especially as age increases.

So if you’re thinking ahead: gather the right information now. Speak with your fertility specialist about how many eggs you might aim for based on your age, reserve and family goals.

What’s one question about egg freezing you’d like answered next? Drop it below.

28/11/2025

Mounjaro has become part of many conversations about weight, hormones and long-term health.

Naturally, it has found its way into fertility discussions too.

If you are using it and thinking about future pregnancy, the most important piece is TIMING. Tirzepatide is not recommended during pregnancy, and a washout period is usually advised before trying to conceive.

This doesn’t mean the medication is harmful. it simply means the research is still evolving, and safety comes first in those early weeks of development.

Share this post with someone who may need this information!

27/11/2025

The two week wait has a way of stretching time.

You’re doing your best to stay hopeful while also managing a hundred quiet thoughts in the background. 🤍

The goal in this window is steadiness.

→ Small routines that keep your nervous system calm.
→ Habits that help your body feel supported.
→ Boundaries that protect your headspace.

It doesn’t need to be perfect. It just needs to feel manageable.

If there’s something you’re unsure about in your own two week wait, drop it below and i’ll add it to a future q&a.

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.

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43 Richardson Street West
Perth, WA
6005

Website

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

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