1944 - Early in vitro fertilization in the lab.

ObGyn; Women's Health
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About This Innovation

* Menkin was famous for her in vitro fertilization (IVF) research with John Rock. In February 1944, she became the first person to conceive human life outside of the body. * As medicine advanced, IVF was transformed from natural research to a stimulated clinical treatment.

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ObGyn; Women's Health

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