Dr. Patrick Steptoe

Dr. Patrick Steptoe was a British gynecologist and pioneer in the field of reproductive medicine. He is best known for his role in developing in vitro fertilization (IVF), a groundbreaking technique that allows fertilization to occur outside the human body. Together with embryologist Robert Edwards, he helped deliver the world's first "test-tube baby," Louise Brown, in 1978. Their work revolutionized how infertility is treated, offering hope to countless couples around the world. Steptoe's contributions have had a lasting impact on reproductive health and assisted reproductive technologies.