Dr Matthew Lau
Doctor Details
- WantirnaKnox Private Hospital, 262 Mountain Hwy Wantirna VIC 3152
- Melbourne Notting HillUnit 6/33-37 Duerdin St Notting Hill VIC 3168
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- WantirnaKnox Private Hospital, 262 Mountain Hwy, Wantirna, VIC 3152
- Melbourne Notting HillUnit 6/33-37 Duerdin St, Notting Hill, VIC 3168
Get to know
Dr Matthew Lau is a highly experienced fertility specialist, obstetrician, and gynaecologist who combines advanced skills with a warm, supportive approach. He feels privileged to help people achieve their dream of parenthood and is committed to tailoring care to each person’s needs. Patients can see him for IVF and fertility care, gynaecology, obstetrics, and advanced laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery.
With over 13 years as a specialist, Dr Lau has trained and worked in Australia, the UK, and Asia, bringing a broad depth of knowledge to every consultation. He graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2000, completed a Master of Medicine (O&G) in Singapore in 2007, and gained membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (UK). He also undertook specialist training in reproductive medicine at the Royal Women’s Hospital in Melbourne, as well as advanced fertility preservation training in Denmark. In 2016, he became a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRANZCOG).
Dr Lau is passionate about providing the highest quality care, whether supporting patients through pregnancy, offering surgical treatment, or helping individuals and couples navigate fertility challenges. He has particular expertise in LGBTQ+ fertility treatment, including donor cycles and partner IVF. Known for his gentle and understanding manner, he values open communication and works closely with patients and the wider care team to achieve the best possible outcomes.
For convenience, Dr Lau offers telehealth consultations. He also speaks Mandarin, Indonesian, and Malay, ensuring language is no barrier to compassionate care.
- Shuling L, Sie Kuei ML, Saffari SE, Jiayun Z, Yeun TT, Leng JPW, Viardot-Foucault V, Nadarajah S, Chan JKY, Hao TH. Do men with normal testosterone-oestradiol ratios benefit from letrozole for the treatment of male infertility? Reprod Biomed Online. 2019 Jan;38(1):39-45. doi: 10.1016/j.rbmo.2018.09.016. Epub 2018 Oct 30.
- Hui CY, Lau MS, Ng GY, Tan HH. Clinical and Reproductive Outcomes Following Hysteroscopic Adhesiolysis for Asherman Syndrome in an Asian Population. Ann Acad Med Singapore. 2018 Jan;47(1):36-39
- MJ Seet, M S K Lau, J K Y Chan, H H Tan. Management of complete vagino-uterine septum in patients seeking fertility: Report of two cases and review of literature. GMIT. 2015 Nov; 4(4): 140-5.
- M S K Lau, MY Li, SY Soh, S L B Teo, H H Tan. Electroejaculation in 12-Year-Old Oncology Patient Prior to Gonadotoxic Chemotherapy: A Case Report and Literature Review. Reprod Syst Sex Disord 2014, 3:4
- Ling LP, Phoon JW, Lau MS, Chan JK, Viardot-Foucault V, Tan TY, Nadarajah S, Tan HH. GnRH agonist trigger and ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: relook at ‘freeze-all strategy. Reprod Biomed Online. 2014 Sep;29(3):392-4
- Tan TY, Lau SK, Loh SF, Tan HH. Female ageing and reproductive outcome in assisted reproduction cycles. Singapore Med J. 2014 Jun;55(6):305-9.
- Tan CW, Lee YH, Tan HH, Lau MS, Choolani M, Griffith L, Chan JK. CD26/DPPIV down-regulation in endometrial stromal cell migration in endometriosis. Fertil Steril. 2014 Jul;102(1):167-177.e9. doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2014.04.001. Epub 2014 May 10
- Tan KL, Thia EW, Lau MS, Teo SB, Chan JK, Nadarajah S, Loh SF, Viardot-Foucault V, Tan HH. Obstructed Hemivagina and Ipsilateral Renal Anomaly-A Reproductive Surgical Unit’s Experience. Ann Acad Med Singapore. 2014 May;43(5):282-4.
- Viardot-Foucault V, Tai BC, Prasath EB, Lau MS, Chan JK, Loh SF. Younger women with ovulation disorders and unexplained infertility predict a higher success rate in superovulation (SO) intrauterine insemination (IUI). Ann Acad Med Singapore. 2014 Apr;43(4):225-31.
- Loh SF, Agarwal R, Chan JK, Chia SJ, Cho LW, Lim LH, Lau MS, Loh SK, Hendricks MS, Nair S, Quah JH, Tan HH, Wong PC, Yeong CT, Yu SL. Academy of Medicine-Ministry of Health Clinical Practice Guidelines: assessment and management of infertility at primary healthcare level. Singapore Med J. 2014 Feb;55(2):58-65.
- Hui CYY, Lau MSK, Tan HH. How essential is synchronization in achieving successful embryo implantation. Minerva Ginecologica 2014 February;66(1):131-2
- Shu Qi Tan, Andy Wei Keat Tan, Matthew Sie Kuei Lau, Heng Hao Tan, Sadhana Nadarajah. Social oocyte freezing: A survey among Singaporean female medical students. J. Obstet. Gynaecol. Res. 2014.
- Michelle W X Chng, Matthew S K Lau, Melinda Chan, Heng Hao Tan, Sadhana Nadarajah. Overnight maturation of a metaphase I oocyte retrieved from a natural cycle using human tubular fluid: a case report. Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics. Dec 2012. DOI 10.1007/s10815-012-9903-y
- Loi K, Lau M, Loh SF, Tan YY, Hong GS, Chan MY, Tan AM. Attitudes toward fertility preservation in female cancer patients. J Reprod Med. 2010 Sep-Oct;55(9-10):411-6.
- Hong SC, Lau MSK, Yam PKL. Ectopic pregnancy in previous caesarean section scar. Singapore Med J. 2011 Jun;52(6):e115-7.
- Lau MS, Tee JC. Use of a large Rusch hydrostatic catheter balloon to control postpartum haemorrhage resulting from a low placental implantation. Singapore Med J. 2009 Sep;50(9):e321-3.
- Lau MS, Tan JV, Tan TY, Gomez JM, Yeo GS. “Idiopathic Chronic FMH resulting in hydrops – a case report”. Ann Acad Med Singapore. 2003 Sep;32(5):642-4.
- Contributing chapter in Practical Obstetrics and Gynaecology Handbook for O&G Clinicians and General Practitioners: 2nd Edition
- Health Xchange: Treatment option for female infertility. http://sg.news.yahoo.com/blogs/fit-to-post-health/treatment-options-female-infertility-002007218.html.
- Lian He Zhao Bao 13 Dec 2012. “New treatment for infertile couple.”
- “How to optimize your sperm count” published on http://www.healthxchange.com.sg/healthyliving/SexualHealth/Pages/How-to-optimise-your-sperm-count.aspx
- Singapore Health Newsletter Jan/Feb 2012. “The biological clock ticks for men too”
- RM Update, KKH Dec 2010. The Management of Azoospermia.
Q&A:
Dr Lau: “I specialise in IVF and fertility care, including ovulation induction (SOIUI), donor programs, and fertility preservation. My aim is personalised, compassionate pathways for individuals, couples and LGBTQ+ families.”
Dr Lau: “I offer complex laparoscopic procedures, such as myomectomy, cystectomy, and endometriosis surgery, to resolve structural issues impacting fertility, often enabling natural conception or improving IVF success.”
Dr Lau: “I believe in evidence-based, individually tailored treatment delivered with empathy and humility. My focus is helping patients feel informed, empowered, and supported.”