What is Maternal Fetal Medicine and who does it serve?
Maternal Fetal Medicine is a subspecialty of obstetrics dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care of women at high risk for complications during pregnancy, in collaboration with their primary healthcare providers. This field encompasses patients with a history of complicated pregnancies, chronic health conditions, or unexpected medical issues affecting both the mother and fetus.
What makes someone a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist?
A maternal-fetal medicine specialist, also known as a perinatologist, is trained in managing high-risk pregnancies and possesses advanced expertise in ultrasound evaluation of the developing baby.