2026 SEMINAR PROGRAMME

EXPERT Q&A: Surrogacy can involve important legal, practical and deeply personal considerations at every stage. This session explains what surrogacy involves in practice. From the UK legal framework, to relationships, emotional wellbeing and day-to-day realities.

KEYNOTE: IVF can feel like a lot to take in, and knowing what to do next isn’t always straightforward, particularly at the beginning. This session breaks down IVF in clear, practical terms. From how treatment works and what to expect at each stage, to understanding outcomes and common misconceptions, led by Mr James Nicopoullos, The Clinical Director at The Lister Fertility Clinic.

With Mr James Nicopoullos

PANEL: Fertility in your 40s can bring its own questions and considerations. This session outlines the options available and what outcomes may realistically look like. From treatment pathways and success rates to decision-making and possible next steps, this session will help you feel informed and supported as you consider your choices.

EXPERT Q&A: Deciding whether to have fertility treatment in the UK or abroad can feel like a significant and personal choice, requiring a great deal of consideration. This session outlines the key differences between treatment options,from regulation and patient protections to costs, continuity of care, and practical planning, helping you feel clearer and more confident about your next steps.

KEYNOTE: Endometriosis and adenomyosis can have a significant impact on fertility and overall health, often affecting many aspects of daily life. This session explores the latest insights into diagnosis and management. From understanding symptoms and investigation, to current treatment approaches and fertility considerations, led by Raj Mathur, Consultant Gynaecologist at Manchester Fertility.

With Dr Raj Mathur

PANEL: Even though it is often talked about less, male fertility plays an equal role in conception and is a vital part of both understanding challenges and finding solutions. This session focuses on male fertility and reproductive health. From understanding common issues and testing, to treatment options and practical next steps.

EXPERT Q&A: For many people, genetic testing is now part of the fertility conversation. This session explores the science behind it, from how embryos are assessed and when testing may (or may not) be recommended. It will consider what the results can and cannot tell you, and how results are interpreted and used to guide treatment planning and next steps.

KEYNOTE: Lifestyle and nutrition can play an important role in supporting fertility potential and treatment outcomes, physically and emotionally. This session focuses on practical, evidence-informed approaches to optimising fertility. From nutrition and lifestyle factors, to understanding what changes may be most effective, led by Zita West, renowned midwife, acupuncturist and fertility nutrition expert.

With Zita West

PANEL: Donor conception can involve important legal, practical and personal considerations. This session explains the key aspects in an open and relatable way. From understanding the legal framework to thinking about how and when to talk about origins, identity, and the longer-term considerations for families so that you feel informed and better prepared.

EXPERT Q&A: Fertility treatment can place a significant physical and emotional strain on those going through it. This session focuses on supporting emotional wellbeing and recognising the psychological impact that treatment can have. From understanding stress and anxiety to knowing when and how to seek support, the discussion aims to help you feel less alone and better equipped during your route to conceive.

KEYNOTE: Baby loss carries lasting physical and emotional implications that deserve greater understanding, compassion, and care. This session focuses on why women’s health must sit at the centre of treatment and support. From understanding the impact of baby loss, to improving care pathways, advocacy and long-term outcomes, led by Dame Lesley Regan, leading British academic obstetrician and gynaecologist.

With Dame Lesley Regan

PANEL: Preconception care can play an important role in supporting fertility and treatment outcomes. This session focuses on how to support fertility before trying to conceive. From health checks and lifestyle considerations, to planning and preparing for next steps.

EXPERT Q&A: Fertility treatment plans can vary widely, and the number of tests and add-ons offered along the way can sometimes feel confusing. This session explains how treatment plans are structured and what sits behind the decisions being made. From understanding common add-ons and the evidence supporting them, to considering which options may be appropriate for you, the aim is to help you feel clearer and more confident about your choices.

KEYNOTE: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can affect fertility in a number of ways and is often experienced differently from person to person. This session will share the latest research and clinical guidance around PCOS and fertility. From diagnosis and management, to treatment options and evidence-based pathways, led by Professor Adam Balen, an NHS Consultant, Chair in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery and one of the UK’s leading experts in PCOS.

With Professor Adam Balen

PANEL: Unexplained infertility is a diagnosis given to around one in four couples facing fertility challenges, yet it can feel frustrating and unclear. This session explains what unexplained infertility means. From how the diagnosis is reached, to treatment options and next steps.

EXPERT Q&A: Egg and sperm health can play an important role in fertility outcomes and are often an area people feel keen to better understand. This session explores the role of nutrition, science and clinical insight. From the factors that affect egg and sperm quality, to what evidence-based changes may support reproductive health.

KEYNOTE: In this special conversation, Mr Sam Abdalla reflects on a lifetime in fertility medicine. From how treatment and technology have evolved, to what he believes will define the next era of reproductive care. Including innovation, personalised medicine and how clinics can better support patients emotionally as well as clinically, in conversation with Sam Abdalla, Consultant Gynaecologist and Founder of The Lister Fertility Clinic.

With Mr Hossam Abdalla

PANEL: Choosing to pursue parenthood on your own is a hugely personal decision and can bring both excitement and big questions. This session looks at what going solo really involves including understanding treatment options and legal considerations to building the right support around you and planning your next steps and beyond with confidence.

EXPERT Q&A: Egg freezing is an option more people are considering, often alongside other important life decisions. This session explains the basics of egg freezing in a clear and supportive way: From who it may be suitable for, to timing, success rates, and what the process involves to help you understand whether it might be right for you.

KEYNOTE: Sperm quality can be influenced by a range of factors, and for many men this can raise many questions and, at the same time, feel difficult to talk about. Not all advice or interventions are supported by strong evidence, which can make it difficult to know what makes a difference. This session focuses on clear, research-backed guidance; from lifestyle and environmental influences to addressing common misconceptions and is led by Allan Pacey, Professor of Andrology with over 30 years’ experience researching male reproductive health.

With Professor Allan Pacey

PANEL: Details coming soon.