Why CREI is important

CREI QUALIFICATION

The Certificate in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (CREI) qualification indicates that the doctor has undertaken three years of full-time subspeciality training and has passed formal written and oral examinations. As a result, they are certified by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, as a fertility specialist.

Not all doctors practicing in Australia are certified in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. The minimum qualification required in Australia to work as a fertility specialist is the FRANZCOG qualification – this qualification certifies the doctor as being an obstetrician and gynaecologist. The FRANZCOG qualification takes six years of full-time training, with written and oral exams, to complete. All doctors holding the CREI qualification also hold the FRANZCOG qualification… That’s a lot of training for CREI certified fertility specialists! Nine years of full-time training, and that’s all after completing university, internship and residency. I’s all to ensure that you get the best possible care throughout your fertility journey.

“CREI members must devote at least 15 years to medical training and patient care before achieving subspecialty certification. Membership in CREI is strictly limited to specialists who have been certified in the subspecialty of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility by the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. Although many doctors may provide care for infertility, fewer than 80 specialists have achieved the very special distinction of CREI membership.”

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