Fertility and Reproductive Medicine Center, at Washington University School of Medicine and Barnes-Jewish Hospital

St. Louis, Missouri 63108

Medical Director: Kenan R. Omurtag, MD

The Fertility and Reproductive Medicine Center at Washington University School of Medicine and Barnes-Jewish Hospital offers comprehensive fertility care in St. Louis, Missouri, under the medical direction of Dr. Kenan R. Omurtag. This established center provides a full range of services including IVF, egg freezing, donor egg programs, and surrogacy support, helping patients navigate their unique path to parenthood.

The center's commitment to quality care is reflected in both their verified lab accreditation and their strong success rates. For patients under 35, they achieve a 58% live birth rate, while patients ages 35-37 have a 53.7% live birth rate. With 979 treatment cycles performed in 2022, the team brings substantial experience to each patient's journey. Being part of Washington University School of Medicine and Barnes-Jewish Hospital means you'll have access to leading-edge research and comprehensive medical support throughout your treatment. Whether you're just beginning to explore fertility options or ready to take the next step, their team understands that each patient's situation is unique and deserves personalized, compassionate care.

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	58.00%+9.6	47.80%	48.4%
35–37	53.70%+17.7	49.00%	36%
38–40	15.60%-8.0	21.40%	23.6%
Over 40	10.40%+0.9	17.50%	9.5%

Based on 979 total cycles reported. National averages computed across all reporting clinics.