Maternal-Fetal Medicine (High-Risk Pregnancy)
The Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) department is dedicated to providing specialized care for women with high-risk pregnancies.
Our team of board-certified maternal-fetal medicine specialists, obstetricians, neonatologists, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals work together to ensure the best possible outcomes for both mother and baby.
We offer comprehensive, personalized care that addresses the unique challenges of high-risk pregnancies, from preconception counseling and prenatal care to labor and delivery, and postpartum support.
Comprehensive Maternal-Fetal Medicine Services
Our Maternal-Fetal Medicine department offers a wide range of services designed to meet the needs of women with high-risk pregnancies:
• Preconception Counseling and Risk Assessment:
Comprehensive evaluations and counseling for women who are planning a pregnancy, especially those with existing medical conditions, previous pregnancy complications, or genetic concerns, to assess risks and develop a care plan.
• Advanced Prenatal Diagnostics:
State-of-the-art diagnostic tools, including high-resolution ultrasound, fetal echocardiography, and genetic testing, to monitor fetal development and detect any abnormalities early in the pregnancy.
• Management of Pregnancy Complications:
Expert care for a range of pregnancy-related complications, including preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, placenta previa, preterm labor, and multiple gestations, with personalized treatment plans to manage risks and promote healthy outcomes.
• Chronic Medical Conditions in Pregnancy:
Specialized care for pregnant women with chronic medical conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and heart disease, ensuring that both maternal and fetal health are closely monitored and managed.
• Fetal Therapy and Interventions:
Advanced in-utero treatments and interventions for certain fetal conditions, including fetal surgery, laser therapy for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS), and amnioreduction, aimed at improving outcomes for the baby.
• Genetic Counseling and Testing:
Comprehensive genetic counseling services, including non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT), chorionic villus sampling (CVS), and amniocentesis, to evaluate the risk of genetic conditions and provide families with informed choices.
• Labor and Delivery Planning:
Customized birth plans for high-risk pregnancies, including decisions about the timing and mode of delivery, pain management, and neonatal care, with a focus on minimizing risks and ensuring the safety of both mother and baby.
• Postpartum Care for High-Risk Mothers:
Ongoing care and support for mothers after delivery, including monitoring for complications such as postpartum hemorrhage, blood pressure management, and emotional support, to promote a healthy recovery.
Services and Programs
Personalised, Expert Care
The Maternal-Fetal Medicine department offers a variety of specialized services and programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our patients:
• High-Resolution Ultrasound and Imaging:
Advanced ultrasound technology for detailed imaging of the fetus, placenta, and amniotic fluid, providing critical information for managing high-risk pregnancies.
• Fetal Monitoring and Non-Stress Testing (NST):
Regular monitoring of fetal well-being through non-invasive tests that assess fetal heart rate and movements, helping to detect any signs of distress.
• Amniocentesis and Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS):
Invasive diagnostic procedures for genetic testing and assessment of fetal lung maturity, performed with the highest standards of safety and accuracy.
• Collaborative Care with Neonatology:
Close collaboration with neonatologists and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) to ensure a seamless transition of care for babies who may require specialized support after birth.
• Telehealth and Virtual Consultations:
Convenient access to consultations, follow-up care, and monitoring through virtual appointments, allowing women to receive expert care from the comfort of their homes.
• Patient Education and Support Groups:
Educational resources and support groups for women with high-risk pregnancies, providing information, emotional support, and a sense of community during this challenging time.
Specialised Programs and Initiatives
The Maternal-Fetal Medicine department offers several specialized programs to enhance care for high-risk pregnancies:
• Multiple Pregnancy Program:
Specialized care for women carrying twins, triplets, or higher-order multiples, offering close monitoring, management of complications, and support to optimize outcomes for both mother and babies.
• Preterm Birth Prevention Program:
A dedicated program focused on reducing the risk of preterm birth through early detection, cervical length monitoring, and interventions such as progesterone therapy or cerclage placement.
• Diabetes in Pregnancy Program:
Comprehensive management of gestational diabetes and pre-existing diabetes in pregnancy, including blood sugar monitoring, dietary counseling, and insulin management, to prevent complications and promote healthy outcomes.
• Fetal Anomaly Program:
A multidisciplinary approach to managing pregnancies complicated by fetal anomalies, providing early diagnosis, detailed counseling, and coordinated care with pediatric specialists to plan for delivery and postnatal care.
• Hypertension and Preeclampsia Program:
Expert care for women with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, including chronic hypertension and preeclampsia, with a focus on early detection, management, and prevention of severe complications.
