Lister Fertility Clinic

What Lister Fertility Clinic does

Lister Fertility Clinic is a UK-based private fertility treatment provider and the country's largest private IVF unit, operating as a service line within HCA Healthcare UK (legal entity: HCA International Limited, registered in England and Wales). Founded in 1988, the clinic has delivered over 23,000 babies and currently treats more than 2,000 couples per year across a portfolio that spans IVF, ICSI, egg freezing, donor egg treatment, ovulation induction, surrogacy, andrology and male fertility, plus diagnostic services such as semen analysis and the 'Fit for Fertility' screening package. Clinical operations are supported by state-of-the-art in-house laboratories, 10+ dedicated fertility consultants spanning gynaecology, urology, genetics, and embryology, and a 5/5 rating from the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) on both inspection and patient satisfaction measures.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer model with patients self-referring, booking online or by phone, and paying either self-pay (transparent published package pricing) or through accepted health insurance from AXA PPP, BUPA, and Vitality. Financial flexibility is extended via partnerships with Access Fertility (IVF Refund, Unlimited, and Multi-Cycle programmes) and Assured Fertility (discounted plans and consumer finance). Care is delivered from a flagship Chelsea site plus four satellite clinics at The Portland Hospital, The Shard Outpatients, Canary Wharf Outpatients, and The Beaconsfield Clinic, with HCA UK extending affiliated specialist services to Hale, Cheshire in 2025. Digital touchpoints include the 'My HCA' mobile application, a doctor/consultant finder tool, regular webinars, and open evenings that feed a content-led mid-funnel marketing approach anchored on patient testimonials.

Name

Lister Fertility Clinic

Legal name

HCA International Limited

Website

https://listerfertility.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lister Fertility Clinic is the UK's largest private IVF unit, part of HCA Healthcare UK, providing private fertility treatments — IVF, ICSI, egg freezing, surrogacy, donor programmes, and andrology — to individuals and couples across multiple London and Buckinghamshire locations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Reproductive Medicine / Fertility Treatment Services

NAICS

Family Planning Centers (62141), Family Planning Centers (621410)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Fertility, Reproductive Endocrinology & IVF Centers (HLAFAJAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility (IVF/Fertility) (HLAKAJAC), Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) Clinics (HLAFAJAA)

Keywords

• Fertility treatment services
• IVF clinic services
• Egg freezing services
• Fertility diagnostics
• Private fertility clinic

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Private fertility treatment services: Revenue generated from direct patient payments for fertility treatments including IVF, ICSI, egg freezing, and other procedures. Patients can pay self-pay or through accepted health insurance providers.
2. Health insurance billing: The clinic accepts AXA PPP, BUPA, and Vitality health insurance, processing claims for fertility treatments covered under patient policies.
3. Partnership programmes: Partnership with Access Fertility offering IVF Refund, Unlimited, and Multi-Cycle programmes providing financial flexibility for patients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Lister Fertility Clinic is the UK's largest private IVF unit delivering a comprehensive range of fertility treatments and diagnostic services. Core offerings include IVF, ICSI, egg freezing, donor egg treatment, private surrogacy support, ovulation induction, andrology and male fertility services, fertility testing/semen analysis, and pre-conception screening (Fit for Fertility), all processed in on-site state-of-the-art laboratories serving patients across London and Buckinghamshire.

Product overview

Lister Fertility Clinic is the UK's largest private IVF unit, operating as a single unified private fertility treatment centre under HCA Healthcare UK. The clinic offers a comprehensive portfolio of fertility services including diagnostic testing (fertility investigations, semen analysis, Fit for Fertility screening), treatment procedures (IVF, ICSI, egg freezing, ovulation induction), donor programmes (donor eggs), and specialised care (surrogacy services, andrology/male fertility). Services are delivered through state-of-the-art in-house laboratories and expert consultant teams across multiple London locations, with over 23,000 babies born since 1988.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• In vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment Core IVF treatment helping individuals and couples become parents; over 23,000 IVF success stories since 1988.
• ICSI and sperm selection Intracytoplasmic sperm injection where a single high-quality sperm is directly injected into an egg to aid fertilisation when sperm problems are affecting fertility treatment.
• Egg freezing Fertility preservation treatment allowing women to freeze eggs for future use.
• Private surrogacy services Surrogacy guidance and support services in London, supporting intended parents through every step of the UK surrogacy process.
• Semen analysis Semen analysis tests to assess sperm health and fertility.
• Andrology and male fertility Male reproductive health services focusing on fertility, sexual function, and related urological conditions.
• Ovulation induction Fertility treatment using medication to stimulate follicle development and promote ovulation.
• Fit for Fertility Pre-conception health screening allowing individuals to plan ahead and explore assisted fertility options early.
• Using donor eggs Egg donation programme for individuals who need donor eggs after failed treatment cycles.
• Low ovarian reserve treatment Specialised fertility treatment helping women with low ovarian reserve make informed decisions about their treatment options.
• Fertility testing Comprehensive fertility testing services offering reassurance and insights into fertility health and chances of success.

Quantifiable outcome

• 23,000 babies born since 1988
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Access FertilitycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAccess Fertility provides IVF Refund, Unlimited, and Multi-Cycle programmes offering peace of mind and financial flexibility for patients accessing fertility treatment at Lister Fertility Clinic.
• Assured FertilitycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAssured Fertility offers a range of discounted fertility plans and finance options subject to status, making fertility treatment accessible, affordable and stress-free for Lister Fertility Clinic patients.
• AXA PPP HealthcarecoreOthersAccepted health insurance provider for fertility treatments at Lister Fertility Clinic.
• BUPAcoreOthersAccepted health insurance provider for fertility treatments at Lister Fertility Clinic.
• Vitality HealthcoreOthersAccepted health insurance provider for fertility treatments at Lister Fertility Clinic.
• HCA Healthcare UKflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLister Fertility Clinic is part of HCA Healthcare UK, one of the UK's leading private healthcare providers. This partnership provides access to the broader HCA UK hospital network, multi-speciality expertise, and institutional resources.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• HCA Healthcare Inc. US-listed parent company of HCA Healthcare UK (which operates Lister Fertility Clinic). Provides context for the institutional ownership, capital access, and operational backing that supports Lister's premium positioning.

Direct peers

• CARE Fertility: One of the UK's largest private fertility clinic networks with multiple locations across the UK. CARE offers a directly comparable IVF, ICSI, and egg freezing service portfolio, competing on both clinical outcomes and geographic accessibility.
• TFP (The Fertility Partnership): Pan-European fertility clinic network with significant UK presence. TFP competes directly with Lister on IVF, egg freezing, and donor services across a multi-site clinic model.
• Manchester Fertility: Established UK fertility clinic offering IVF, ICSI, and egg donation with strong donor programme. Operates as a comparable standalone fertility services provider but with a regional rather than London focus.
• Bourn Hall Clinic: Historic UK fertility clinic founded by the pioneers of IVF. Bourn Hall competes directly with Lister on IVF, ICSI, and donor conception services with established brand recognition among UK fertility patients.
• ARGC (Assisted Reproduction and Gynaecology Centre): London-based private fertility clinic known for high-intensity IVF protocols and strong reported success rates. Competes with Lister for the same premium central London fertility patient segment.
• Create Fertility: UK private fertility clinic chain offering IVF and natural/mild IVF protocols across multiple UK locations. Competes with Lister on clinical outcomes and increasingly on geographic reach outside London.
• Centre for Reproductive and Genetic Health (CRGH): London-based private fertility clinic offering IVF, ICSI, egg donation, and genetic screening. CRGH is a direct competitor to Lister in the premium central London fertility market with comparable consultant-led service model.
• The London Women's Clinic: London-based private fertility and women's health clinic offering IVF, egg donation, and surrogacy services. Directly comparable service portfolio and patient demographic to Lister within the same central London catchment area.

Emerging players

• Apricity: UK-based digital fertility platform offering IVF with at-home hormone testing and app-based care coordination. An emerging competitor targeting the same patient demographic through a digitally native, lower-friction model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/HCAHealthcareUK
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lister-fertility-clinic
• Instagraminstagram.com/hcahealthcareuk

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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