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Hannah Newby

Regional Laboratory Director

Specialties:

  • Embryology
Hannah Newby - Regional Laboratory Director
Hannah Newby joined Care Fertility Manchester as Laboratory Manager in January 2023, bringing with her over 18 years of experience as a clinical scientist and scientific team leader within the NHS. Her expertise in multi-site management has led to her recent appointment as Regional Laboratory Director for Care Fertility's Northern clinics; Manchester, Cheshire, Liverpool, Sheffield and Leeds.

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Hannah is one of only a select few scientists in the UK qualified to Consultant Clinical Scientist level, demonstrating her deep understanding of reproductive science.

 I've spent 18 years in this science, and what still excites me is knowing there's always a better way to help an egg or embryo succeed. 

Beyond her clinical and managerial responsibilities, she is actively involved in research, frequently presenting her work and being invited to speak at scientific conferences. Her current research focuses on optimising the viability of eggs and sperm to improve embryo development and increase the likelihood of successful pregnancies. Hannah's meticulous approach and unwavering commitment to the highest standards of laboratory quality control are essential to ensuring the creation and development of healthy embryos. She understands the profound significance of her work and the sensitivity required when handling these precious eggs, sperm, and embryos, ultimately contributing to exceptional patient care.

Passionate about nurturing future talent, Hannah plays a vital role in teaching on the STP national training scheme for reproductive clinical scientists in the UK run by the National School of Healthcare Scientists. She is involved in writing the curriculum and currently serves as the lead content writer for the final year assessment exams.

Hannah has maintained a prominent and active role within the professional body; the Association of Clinical and Reproductive Scientists (ARCS), throughout her career. Formerly Chair of the Practice and Policies Committee, where she was instrumental in shaping evidence-based policy and best practice guidance within the field of reproductive medicine and currently holding the significant position of ARCS Secretary and Deputy Chair.

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