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Sharn Perry

Summary

Experienced senior embryologist with expertise in advanced reproductive techniques, including VEC, IVF/ICSI/IMSI, embryo grading and assessment, embryo transfer, vitrification, warming, and slow freezing. Proficient in routine diagnostic semen analysis, sperm freezing, and processing samples for treatments such as IUI, IVF, and ICSI. Skilled in handling SSR samples (PESA/TESA/TESE) and utilizing cutting-edge technologies like Geri, and Embryoscope to optimize patient outcomes. Currently working at one of the largest IVF labs in the UK, averaging 2,500 fresh cycles per year. Demonstrates a strong ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and maintain effective partnerships with service providers and suppliers to ensure exceptional patient care. Recently implemented a new clinical policy aimed at improving patient outcomes, presenting the data at notable conferences such as Fertility 2023, ESHRE 2023, and Fertility 2025. Committed to advancing ART through precision techniques, research-driven approaches, and effective teamwork.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work history

SENIOR CLINICAL EMBRYOLOGIST

Lister Fertility Clinic
London, UK
09.2021 - 02.2025
  • Routine daily lab work and cycle management
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
  • Providing support for families undergoing fertility treatments, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
  • Supervising junior staff members, fostering professional development and skills enhancement.
  • Participating in weekend and on call rota as lead/solo embryologist.
  • Heavily involved in the clinic genetics programme. Assisting with complex PGT-A/M/SR cases and CGT screening.
  • Assisting in the development of clinical protocols to ensure high standards of practice.
  • Research and data analysis. Presenting at UK and European conferences.

CLINICAL EMBRYOLOGIST

The Evewell
London, UK
10.2019 - 09.2021
  • Participation in laboratory daily decisions and patient cycle management
  • Participation in weekend roster as lead/solo embryologist
  • Cryo storage management and invoicing
  • Collation and preparation of pregnancy KPI’s for monthly clinic board meeting
  • Collation, preparation and monitoring of laboratory specific KPI’s
  • Management of cycle data submission to HFEA – corrections of errors and general audits
  • Implementation of IT systems to streamline record keeping and communication during cycles.

CLINICAL EMBRYOLOGIST

Fertility Associates
Hamilton, New Zealand
06.2016 - 06.2019
  • Routine daily lab work and patient cycle management
  • Planning and organisation of doctor and lab daily schedule
  • Transports co-ordinator - domestic and international
  • Management of the birth outcome database (ANZARD) for all successful cycles at Fertility Associates Hamilton
  • Participation in weekend roster as lead/solo embryologist

EMBRYOLOGIST

Premier Genetics NZ Ltd
Auckland, New Zealand
02.2013 - 12.2015
  • Assisting company veterinarians to undertake AI and embryo flushing/transfer programmes with small ruminants
  • Embryo grading, transfers and slow freezing
  • Collecting, processing and thawing semen for AI of sheep and goats
  • Manual and computerised record keeping, certification of embryos
  • Assisting with anesthetics and surgery when required
  • Client liaison and general public relations work for the company
  • Overseeing ordering of necessary supplies
  • Extensive travel throughout New Zealand, America and Australia

MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

New Zealand Blood Service – Blood Processing
Hamilton, New Zealand
09.2010 - 01.2013
  • Consistently manufacture blood products to a high standard
  • Routine daily QC on all products produced
  • Product and equipment validations
  • Adherence to GMP standards
  • Logistics, sending blood products within New Zealand and overseas

Education

HCPC registered Clinical Embryologist -

Health and Care Professions Council
UK
01.2022 -

Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist -

Medical Sciences Council
New Zealand
08.2016 - 07.2019

Registered Medical Laboratory Technician -

Medical Sciences Council
New Zealand
01.2011 - 01.2013

Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Genetics, Reproduction and Development

Otago University
New Zealand
01.2007 - 01.2010

Timeline

HCPC registered Clinical Embryologist -

Health and Care Professions Council
01.2022 -

SENIOR CLINICAL EMBRYOLOGIST

Lister Fertility Clinic
09.2021 - 02.2025

CLINICAL EMBRYOLOGIST

The Evewell
10.2019 - 09.2021

Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist -

Medical Sciences Council
08.2016 - 07.2019

CLINICAL EMBRYOLOGIST

Fertility Associates
06.2016 - 06.2019

EMBRYOLOGIST

Premier Genetics NZ Ltd
02.2013 - 12.2015

Registered Medical Laboratory Technician -

Medical Sciences Council
01.2011 - 01.2013

MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

New Zealand Blood Service – Blood Processing
09.2010 - 01.2013

Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Genetics, Reproduction and Development

Otago University
01.2007 - 01.2010

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