The Jones Institute

The Jones Institute for Reproductive Medicine is a premier academic and clinical center dedicated to the treatment of infertility and the advancement of reproductive science. Based in Norfolk, Virginia, it gained international fame for achieving the first successful in vitro fertilization (IVF) pregnancy and birth in the United States in 1981. The institute provides a full spectrum of assisted reproductive technologies, including IVF, egg freezing, and preimplantation genetic testing. As part of the Eastern Virginia Medical School (now integrated with Old Dominion University), it integrates cutting-edge clinical care with robust research and fellowship training programs. The institute remains a leader in the field, combining innovative technology with compassionate patient care to address complex reproductive challenges. Its legacy is built on the pioneering work of its founders, Howard and Georgeanna Jones, who were instrumental in establishing IVF as a standard of care.