Fertility Team

The Duke Fertility Center is the Reproductive Endocrinology and Fertility division of the Obstetrics & Gynecology Department of Duke University Medical Center.

In 1982 the in vitro fertilization (IVF) program was initiated. Through the years, we have been in the vanguard of reproductive technology, performing sophisticated procedures and achieving outstanding results in helping couples conceive healthy babies.

We are in a constant state of evolution and improvement to continue providing state-of-the-art service.

Commitment to Education

As one of the nation's leading medical centers, Duke University Medical Center is committed to advancing knowledge about reproduction and infertility. Our physicians are involved in research studies to broaden our understanding of these problems and improve the outlook for couples with reproductive problems.

In addition, Duke University continues to educate physicians, both at the Medical School and through Continuing Medical Education programs, in the area of infertility and other women's health issues.

Program Landmarks

June 1983 - First pregnancy

September 1985 - First IVF quadruplets delivered (One of the first in the US)

April 1988 - First frozen embryo pregnancy (Also first in North Carolina)

September 1988 - First oocyte donor pregnancy

June 1990 - First anonymous oocyte donor pregnancy (Also first in North Carolina)

July 1996 - First intracytoplasmic sperm injection pregnancy

December 1997 - First blastocyst pregnancy

August 1998 - First delivery from a blast pregnancy

Our IVF program has continued to expand over the years from 40 to 50 cycles per year to 20 to 30 cycles per month while maintaining individualized care.