Mr Rafet GazvaniConsultant gynaecologist in Chester
Professional statement
Mr Rafet Gazvani is a highly skilled consultant gynaecologist and subspecialist in reproductive medicine, based in Liverpool, Knutsford and Chester, with expertise in reproduction treatments, including in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and egg donation. In addition to menopause, he is also an expert in the treatment and management of fertility problems, such as infertility, recurrent miscarriage and recurrent implantation failure. With more than 35 years of experience, Mr Gazvani strives to offer personalised, safe and evidence-based treatment plans for all of his patients.
Mr Gazvani qualified in 1986 from the University of Istanbul and then spent several years working in junior surgical positions before moving to the UK, to complete his training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at East Surrey and at Liverpool. Following this, he later went on to accomplish subspecialist training in reproductive medicine and surgery at the University of Aberdeen, where he also became a lecturer and a consultant. In 2001, Mr Gazvani was appointed consultant gynaecologist at Liverpool Women’s Hewitt Fertility Centre, one of the NHS’ largest IVF units in the UK. He was named Guideline Lead for the Directorate of Reproductive Medicine and the Directorate of Gynaecology at Liverpool Women’s Hospital soon after.
Besides his highly-sought fertility care, Mr Gazvani is also a leading figure in research in his field, having published more than 80 academic publications in scientific journals and books. He regularly lectures in national and international meetings and is the leading author of and referee for various Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists guidelines and audits, including the “Management of Endometriosis”.
Mr Gazvani qualified in 1986 from the University of Istanbul and then spent several years working in junior surgical positions before moving to the UK, to complete his training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at East Surrey and at Liverpool. Following this, he later went on to accomplish subspecialist training in reproductive medicine and surgery at the University of Aberdeen, where he also became a lecturer and a consultant. In 2001, Mr Gazvani was appointed consultant gynaecologist at Liverpool Women’s Hewitt Fertility Centre, one of the NHS’ largest IVF units in the UK. He was named Guideline Lead for the Directorate of Reproductive Medicine and the Directorate of Gynaecology at Liverpool Women’s Hospital soon after.
Besides his highly-sought fertility care, Mr Gazvani is also a leading figure in research in his field, having published more than 80 academic publications in scientific journals and books. He regularly lectures in national and international meetings and is the leading author of and referee for various Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists guidelines and audits, including the “Management of Endometriosis”.
Clinics
Abbey Fertility Clinic
Chester, Unit 6, Dunkirk Trading Estate, Telford Court, Dunkirk Wy, CH1 6LTMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 40 years of experience
- Consultant gynaecologist and subspecialist in reproductive medicine and surgery, Liverpool Women's Hospital (2002 - present)
Subspecialties
- Improving IVF pregnancy rates
- Reproductive immunology (natural killer cells / NK cells)
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
- British Fertility Society
Education
- FRCOG, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (2008)
- MD, University of Aberdeen (2001)
Teaching posts
- Honorary lecturer, University of Liverpool
- Examiner of MD Thesis for Universities of Liverpool, King’s College and University of London (2007 – 2009)
Positions in organisations
- Member, Advisory Appointments Committee, RCOG (2006 - present)
- Member, Advisory Board, Mediterranean Society for Reproductive Medicine (2005 - present)
Publications and conferences
- Mr Gazvani's publications can be found on ResearchGate
Prizes and awards
- Rachel Morrison Memorial Prize (1999)
- Registrars’ Prize (1997)
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 4143242
Reviews
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- Very friendly and understanding. Included both myself and my partner is any discussions and reassured us both. Always on time and appointments always arranged at a convenient time.
- The whole team have been fantastic, so supportive and informative also. They have been accommodating with appointment times and have always been welcoming and friendly. Dr Gazvani has been fantastic at explaining things and giving his best advice. Thank you.