Fetal Medicine
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FETAL MEDICINE
For Both Mother and Child
Fetal medicine, also known as maternal-fetal medicine (MFM), is a branch of medicine that focuses on managing the health and well-being of both the mother and fetus during pregnancy.
It involves the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of complications that can affect the health of the fetus or the mother.
Fetal medicine specialists are obstetricians/gynaecologists who have received additional training in the field of high-risk pregnancies and fetal conditions. They work closely with a team of healthcare professionals, including sonographers, genetic counselors, neonatologists, and pediatric subspecialists, to provide comprehensive care for pregnant women and their unborn babies.
Focus Areas Of Fetal Medicine
Some key aspects of Fetal Medicine:
- Prenatal diagnosis and screening: Fetal medicine specialists utilize various techniques to assess the health of the fetus and detect any abnormalities.
- Fetal ultrasound: Ultrasound plays a vital role in fetal medicine. It allows for the visualization of the fetus and its organs, assessment of growth and development, and detection of any structural abnormalities
- Management of high-risk pregnancies: Fetal medicine specialists provide specialized care for women with high-risk pregnancies, such as those with medical conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension), multiple pregnancies (e.g., twins, triplets), fetal growth restrictions, or prior history of pregnancy complications.
- Fetal interventions: In some cases, fetal medicine specialists may perform interventions while the fetus is still in the womb
What our patients say…
My experience at this clinic for fetal medicine treatment was exceptional. I was referred to the clinic by my obstetrician for a high-risk pregnancy, and from the moment I walked in, I felt reassured and in good hands.
The staff was very professional and accommodating, and the doctor was incredibly knowledgeable and experienced. They took the time to explain everything in detail, answer all my questions, and address all my concerns, which made me feel very comfortable and informed.
– Tanishka