University of Chicago Medicine Center for Reproductive Medicine and Fertility
Chicago, Illinois 60607
Medical Director: A. Musa Zamah, MD, PHD
University of Chicago Medicine Center for Reproductive Medicine and Fertility, led by Medical Director A. Musa Zamah, MD, PhD, provides comprehensive fertility services including IVF, egg freezing, donor egg, and surrogacy options for patients seeking to build their families. With 406 cycles performed in 2022 and an impressive 48.90% IVF success rate for patients under 35, this Chicago-based center combines experienced clinical expertise with advanced reproductive technologies. Whether you're exploring fertility preservation or pursuing assisted reproduction, the center offers personalized care to support your unique family-building journey.
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 | 48.90%+0.5 | 51.10% | 48.4% |
| 35–37 | 31.30%-4.7 | 36.60% | 36% |
| 38–40 | 13.00%-10.6 | 22.60% | 23.6% |
| Over 40 | 10.30%+0.8 | Not reported | 9.5% |
Based on 406 total cycles reported. National averages computed across all reporting clinics.
Nearby Clinics
Institute for Human Reproduction (IHR)
Chicago, Illinois1.9 mi away
IVF success (<35): 44.30%
Northwestern Fertility and Reproductive Medicine
Chicago, Illinois2 mi away
IVF success (<35): 44.00%
Fertility Centers of Illinois-River North IVF
Chicago, Illinois2.2 mi away
IVF success (<35): 49.50%
North Shore Fertility
Skokie, Illinois13 mi away
IVF success (<35): 44.40%