Northwestern Fertility and Reproductive Medicine
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Medical Director: Mary Ellen Pavone, MD
Northwestern Fertility and Reproductive Medicine in Chicago, led by Medical Director Mary Ellen Pavone, MD, offers comprehensive fertility services including IVF, egg freezing, donor egg, and surrogacy options. With over 3,200 cycles performed in 2022 and a 44% success rate for patients under 35, the clinic combines extensive experience with strong outcomes. Whether you're exploring family-building options or seeking advanced reproductive care, Northwestern Fertility provides evidence-based treatment tailored to your needs.
Services Offered
In vitro fertilization — eggs are retrieved and fertilized in a lab, then transferred to the uterus.
Oocyte cryopreservation — eggs are retrieved and frozen for future use.
Uses eggs from a screened donor for patients who cannot use their own.
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.
Nearby Clinics
Institute for Human Reproduction (IHR)
Chicago, Illinois0.9 mi away
IVF success (<35): 44.30%
Fertility Centers of Illinois-River North IVF
Chicago, Illinois1.3 mi away
IVF success (<35): 49.50%
University of Chicago Medicine Center for Reproductive Medicine and Fertility
Chicago, Illinois2 mi away
IVF success (<35): 48.90%
North Shore Fertility
Skokie, Illinois11.7 mi away
IVF success (<35): 44.40%