Lister Fertility Clinic – Our Story

A legacy of excellence in fertility care

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Our focus has always been to combine clinical excellence with truly personalised care. Every patient’s journey is unique, and we are here to support you with expertise, honesty, and compassion at every step.

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Lister Fertility Clinic is widely recognised as one of the UK’s leading private fertility treatment centres. Established in 1988, the clinic has built an outstanding reputation for clinical excellence and compassionate care.

Since opening, more than 23,000 ‘Lister babies’ have been born, a milestone that reflects decades of expertise, innovation, and dedication to helping people grow their families.

Pioneering leadership and innovation

From its inception, the clinic has been at the forefront of advances in fertility treatment. Under the leadership of founder Mr Hossam Abdalla, a pioneer in the field of infertility, the clinic achieved consistently high IVF success rates and helped shape modern fertility practices.

Today, this legacy continues under the guidance of Medical Director Mr James Nicopoullos, ensuring patients benefit from both decades of experience and the latest developments in reproductive medicine.

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Consistently high success rates, even in complex cases

Our success rates remain consistently high across both our main London clinics, and satellite locations.

We are proud to support many individuals and couples with complex fertility histories, including those who may have experienced unsuccessful treatment elsewhere or have previously been declined care. Our approach focuses on providing hope, expertise, and tailored solutions for every patient.

A multidisciplinary, patient-centred approach

Each year, we support over 2,000 couples through their fertility journey. Our highly skilled team of doctors, nurses, embryologists, and counsellors work collaboratively to provide a holistic and personalised approach to care.

By combining clinical excellence with advanced medical and scientific technologies, we are able to investigate and treat a wide range of fertility challenges with precision and compassion.

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Care that goes beyond treatment

At the Lister Fertility Clinic, we believe exceptional care is about more than clinical outcomes. We are committed to creating an environment defined by warmth, understanding, and genuine support.

We empower our patients with clear information and guidance, ensuring they feel confident and involved in every decision. Open and honest communication is central to our approach, helping to create a calm and supportive atmosphere throughout your journey.

Supporting every possible outcome

Our goal is to help you achieve your long-awaited family. However, we also recognise that this is not always possible.

In these moments, we remain committed to supporting you with sensitivity and care, helping you to understand your options and come to terms with your fertility journey.

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A network of fertility care

Our patients' stories

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How Lister Fertility Clinic helped two fathers-to-be

Paul is sitting in his home in Belfast, with his husband Neil and their beautiful three-month-old son Felix, talking about their journey to fatherhood – a journey that the Lister Fertility Clinic, part of HCA Healthcare UK, accompanied them on.

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Alice and Aaron's fertility treatment

After being told they’d never have children, Alice and Aaron turned to the Lister Fertility Clinic. They now have a beautiful two-year-old daughter.

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Sophia's story

Whilst unsure about motherhood, Sophia had no questions or uncertainty about her passion for filmmaking. And this is where HCA Healthcare UK’s Lister Fertility Clinic in Beaconsfield came in.

Whilst IVF and fertility can be a daunting and worrying time, the team at the Lister thoroughly looked after us, we really felt their passion and care for our wellbeing and outcome.