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World Embryologist Day 2024: Celebrating the Miracle Workers of Reproductive Medicine
Published on 19 Jul, 2024
Updated on 21 Aug, 2025
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World Embryologist Day, also known as World IVF Day, is observed globally every year on July 25th to honour embryologists' contributions and progress in infertility and reproductive medicine. It is a global healthcare event where the medical community organises workshops and seminars to upgrade their skills according to the latest assisted reproductive technology.
In this blog, we will learn about the history and significance of World Embryologist Day and IVF treatment.
History of World Embryologist Day
World Embryologist Day is celebrated annually on the 25th of July to mark the birth of the world’s first test tube baby, Louise Brown, in 1978, as a result of successful efforts by Dr Robert Geoffery Edwards, Dr Patrick Christopher Steptoe, and Nurse Jean Marian Purdy. In 2010, Dr. Edwards received a Nobel Prize for developing IVF.
Significance of World Embryologist Day
Infertility is a common condition in both men and women. It is estimated that one in six people of reproductive age e
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Sometimes referred to as World IVF Day, to recognize and honour the contributions made by embryologists to the fields of infertility and reproductive medicine.
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Every year on July 25, the world observes World Embryologist Day, sometimes referred to as World IVF Day, to recognize and honour the contributions made by embryologists to the fields of infertility and reproductive medic
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Jerudong Park Medical Centre (JPMC) marked World IVF Day 2024 with a special event by Reproductive Medicine Unit (RMU) on Friday 2
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August 2024, highlighting the transformative impact of in vitro fertilization on reproductive medicine and offering hope to couples facing infertility challenges.
The celebration was honored by the presence of the Guest of Honour, Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Dr. Haji Mohd Isham bin Haji Jaafar, Minister of Health in the capacity of Executive Director of JPMC. Representatives from the Ministry of Health, private clinics, senior management and staff were also in attendance.
Dr. Chitra Karat, Head of the Department and Consultant of Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Reproductive Medicine Unit, opened the event with a welcoming remark, followed by an address from the Guest of Honour.
Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Dr. Haji Mohd Isham bin Haji Jaafar emphasized, “Today underscores the dedication of medical professionals and researchers who continually push the boundaries of reproductive health. Looking ahead, it is crucial that we support and advocate for advancements in fertility treatments, ensuring equity and
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As per a report by E&Y, every year over 2.5 lakh IVF treatments are being done in India which shows the gaining popularity of this assisted reproductive technology. These numbers exhibit the alarming situation of infertility and other factors that obstruct a couple’s natural pregnancy. World IVF Day, 25th July marks it as an important date to raise awareness about in vitro fertilization. Additionally, we have an ongoing campaign '
Khush Khabri With IVF
' wherein we cover all aspects of IVF so that more and more people can consider this treatment without any hesitation, doubt or fear. Ad
According to
Dr Sunita Arora, Sr Consultant and Head, Bloom IVF, Fortis La Femme, Delhi
, “It is essential to address some critical messages to the general population and share educational facts to dispel myths about IVF. In our country, the