About Gynaecology

If you’ve been told your symptoms are “normal” or “just part of being a woman,” you’re not alone. And you don’t have to accept it.

Dr I-Ferne Tan offers specialised gynaecological care for women who’ve had enough of being ignored. As a leading private gynaecologist and fertility specialist in Sydney, Dr Tan cares for women experiencing heavy, irregular, or painful periods, endometriosis, fibroids, and other complex conditions. Known for her meticulous surgical skill, compassionate care, and clear explanations, Dr Tan provides answers, not assumptions. 

“When you have someone who actually listens, and finally understand what’s going on in your body, it changes everything.”

Why Choose Dr I-Ferne Tan?

Choosing the right gynaecologist can feel overwhelming. You want someone who’s skilled, but also someone who listens. Treatment options often involve hormones or surgery - but which is better? And what about your future fertility?  Dr Tan brings both sides of care together. She’s a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRANZCOG), with dual training in advanced laparoscopic surgery and fertility medicine. This means she can offer minimally invasive procedures that support faster recovery, while still protecting your fertility when it’s important to you. 

She’s trusted by GPs across Sydney and consistently receives 5 star patient reviews on Healthshare, Australia’s leading independent medical review platform.

But what sets Dr Tan apart is her focus on you, not just your condition. You’ll receive a treatment plan that’s clear, considered, and focused on what matters most to you. She works closely with a network of experts to ensure your care is seamless and holistic, whether that’s managing pain, preserving fertility, regulating your period, or a second opinion.

What This Means For You:

Evidence-based care with clear, honest explanations

  • Surgical precision with fertility-preserving techniques

  • Quicker recovery with keyhole (laparoscopic) approaches

  • Fewer unnecessary procedures

  • A calm, respectful, and supportive environment

  • One of the few Sydney specialists offering office hysteroscopy in private rooms (no hospital admission or general anaesthetic required)

Dr Tan consults in Sydney CBD, Crows Nest, and Lindfield. Telehealth options are also available for added convenience.

Gynaecological Conditions

Heavy Periods (Menorrhagia)

If your periods are heavy or dragging on for days, you may have an underlying issue like fibroids, polyps, or hormonal imbalances. Dr Tan will help you find the cause, and offers long-term solutions that help you feel like yourself again.

Chronic Pelvic Pain and Endometriosis

As a recognised endometriosis specialist, Dr Tan uses gold-standard laparoscopic excision techniques, and works closely with an experienced allied health team to support recovery and wellbeing.

Fallopian Tube Surgery

If your tubes are blocked or damaged due to infection, surgery, or endometriosis, Dr Tan performs delicate microsurgery to restore function where possible.

Endometrial Polyps

These small growths inside the uterus can cause bleeding, miscarriage, or fertility issues. Dr Tan typically removes polyps using hysteroscopic surgery to minimise risk and reduce recurrence.

Irregular Periods

Irregular cycles can be exhausting and unpredictable. They may be linked to conditions like Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), Endometrial polyps or Endometriosis. Dr Tan offers medical and surgical options to find an approach that works for you.

Fibroids

Fibroids can cause heavy bleeding, pain, and fertility issues. Dr Tan offers minimally invasive fibroid surgery that aims to preserve the uterus and improve recovery time.

Hysterectomy

When necessary, hysterectomy can be an excellent permanent solution. Dr Tan is trained in many different approaches, including laparoscopic, vaginal, and vNOTEs,and will help you understand which option best suits your needs.

Painful Periods

If you’ve been dismissed before, you’ll find a different experience here. Dr Tan offers advanced laparoscopic excision surgery with fertility sparing techniques, and a tailored long-term management plan that takes into consideration your life stage and goals.

Ovarian Cysts

Most cysts are benign, but persistent ones can cause pain or affect fertility. Dr Tan specialises in fertility-preserving laparoscopic cyst removal, giving you peace of mind and better outcomes.

Office Hysteroscopy

A quick, low-discomfort procedure that is done in the clinic, no hospital admission or general anaesthetic required. It is used for investigating abnormal bleeding, polyps, or other concerns inside the uterus.

FAQs

  • Blood tests, ultrasounds, and hysteroscopy are the most commonly used methods for assessment. I am one of the few gynaecologists in Australia who can offer hysteroscopy in my private rooms (known as office hysteroscopy or outpatient hysteroscopy) without general anaesthesia. It is a quick procedure with little discomfort, and any unusual findings can be dealt with on the spot.

  • This depends on your diagnosis and your primary goal. Most gynaecologists can fix a hormonal or uterine problem that has caused abnormal bleeding patterns, but they can't offer assisted reproduction if your goal is to conceive and you end up needing IVF. On the other hand, most fertility specialists aren't trained in advanced reproductive surgery and will need to refer you to a laparoscopic surgeon for difficult procedures. That's what I trained in both, to ensure my patients have all options and continuity of care.