Renowned Romanian gynecologist and obstetrician Bogdan Marinescu has died at the age of 81. He was a leading figure in the field of in-vitro fertilization (IVF) in Romania, earning him the moniker “father of IVF” within the country. Marinescu served as the head of the Giulești Maternity Hospital for nearly three decades, leaving a significant mark on Romanian healthcare. The College of Physicians of Bucharest announced his passing on Thursday. His contributions to reproductive medicine are widely recognized, and he will be remembered as a highly respected specialist. Further details regarding his death have not been released.