About
Howard A. Zacur, MD is a Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and a reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist at the Johns Hopkins Fertility Center — one of the most senior physicians on the team.
As a full professor in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Zacur brings decades of clinical and teaching experience in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI). He practices in both gynecology and REI, providing comprehensive fertility care from evaluation through IVF.
Clinical Expertise
- In Vitro Fertilization (IVF): Full-cycle management from individualized stimulation protocols to embryo transfer
- Fertility Assessment & Diagnosis: Comprehensive fertility testing, ovarian reserve assessment and etiologic diagnosis
- Reproductive Endocrine Disorders: Systematic management of PCOS, ovarian dysfunction and related endocrine conditions
- Female Infertility: Comprehensive diagnosis and individualized treatment of common causes
Why Choose Dr. Zacur
Senior professor-level expertise: As a full Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Zacur brings decades of clinical and teaching experience — one of the most senior physicians on the fertility team. Senior judgment in complex cases is a meaningful safeguard for patients.
Johns Hopkins academic tradition: As a professor, he is deeply involved in clinical teaching and research at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, with treatment grounded in evidence-based medicine.
Comprehensive service capability: From baseline fertility assessment through advanced treatment such as IVF, he provides full-spectrum fertility care within a single coordinated team.
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Zacur is board-certified in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, holding an MD degree. He is a Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
Suitable For
Patients pursuing IVF treatment: Patients receiving IVF at the Johns Hopkins Fertility Center benefit from his involvement across the full cycle from protocol design through transfer.
Patients seeking senior professor-level care: For patients who want their treatment plan evaluated by one of the most senior professors on the team, he is a reliable choice.
Patients with complex reproductive endocrine disorders: He comprehensively manages PCOS, ovarian dysfunction and other complex endocrine conditions — well suited to patients needing senior-level assessment.