Overview
Roughly 1 in 6 couples faces infertility. IVF (in-vitro fertilization) — with ICSI where needed — is the established treatment when other approaches fail, and success depends heavily on the center's laboratory quality and case volume.
Why Beijing
Peking University Third Hospital (PUTH) delivered China's first IVF baby in 1988 and now runs one of the largest reproductive medicine centers in the world, handling tens of thousands of cycles per year. Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital is another major public center. Volume matters in IVF: it correlates with lab consistency and protocol experience.
What to expect
A first visit covers assessment — hormone panels (AMH/FSH), ultrasound, semen analysis and history review — usually completable in 2–3 days. If IVF is appropriate, a cycle involves 2–4 weeks in Beijing (or split protocols with monitoring at home, case by case).
Regulatory note
China's public centers treat married couples; documentation (marriage certificate, passports) is required, and services such as egg freezing for single women or surrogacy are not available under Chinese regulations. We confirm eligibility before you plan travel.
Typical costs
- Fertility assessment (both partners): from about $500
- IVF/ICSI cycle including medication: typically $4,500–$8,000
- Written second opinion on prior failed cycles: from $400