Northwestern Fertility and Reproductive Medicine

Chicago, Illinois 60611

Medical Director: Mary Ellen Pavone, MD

Northwestern Fertility and Reproductive Medicine offers comprehensive fertility care in Chicago under the guidance of Medical Director Dr. Mary Ellen Pavone. The clinic provides a full range of services including IVF, egg freezing, donor egg programs, and surrogacy support—giving you multiple pathways to building your family. Their laboratory holds verified accreditation, ensuring the highest standards of care for your treatment.

The clinic's experience shows in their track record: they completed 3,202 treatment cycles in 2022, with live birth rates of 44% for patients under 35 and 35% for those ages 35-37. These outcomes reflect their commitment to helping patients achieve their dreams of parenthood through personalized treatment approaches.

When you're facing fertility challenges, finding the right care team can feel overwhelming. Northwestern Fertility focuses on providing clear guidance and comprehensive support throughout your journey. Whether you're just beginning to explore your options or ready to move forward with treatment, their experienced team is equipped to help you understand your choices and create a path forward that feels right for your unique situation.

Services Offered

IVF

In vitro fertilization — eggs are retrieved and fertilized in a lab, then transferred to the uterus.

Egg Freezing

Oocyte cryopreservation — eggs are retrieved and frozen for future use.

Donor Egg

Uses eggs from a screened donor for patients who cannot use their own.

Surrogacy

Gestational carrier arrangements — an embryo is transferred to a surrogate who carries the pregnancy.

Success Rates

Success rates reflect live births per intended egg retrieval, as reported to the CDC for the 2022 reporting year. Rates vary based on individual patient factors.

Age Group	Fresh Transfers	Frozen Transfers	Nat'l Avg
Under 35	44.00%-4.4	49.20%	48.4%
35–37	35.00%-1.0	50.60%	36%
38–40	20.30%-3.3	42.60%	23.6%
Over 40	10.00%+0.5	29.60%	9.5%

Based on 3,202 total cycles reported. National averages computed across all reporting clinics.