Fetal Medicine Specialist

Fetal medicine (also called maternal-fetal medicine or perinatology) is a medical specialty focused on the care of pregnant women and unborn babies, especially when the pregnancy is considered high risk. A fetal medicine specialist manages pregnancies involving: Birth defects or congenital anomalies in the fetus Genetic disorders (e.g., Down syndrome) Multiple pregnancies (twins, triplets, etc.) Fetal growth restriction Preterm labor Maternal conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disease, or autoimmune disorders Previous pregnancy complications (recurrent miscarriage, stillbirth, preeclampsia) Common fetal medicine services include: Detailed anomaly (level II) ultrasound First-trimester screening for chromosomal abnormalities Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) Fetal echocardiography (heart scan) Doppler studies to assess fetal blood flow Invasive diagnostic procedures such as chorionic villus sampling (CVS) and amniocentesis Counseling and planning for delivery and neonatal care The goal of fetal medicine is to detect problems early, monitor fetal well-being, provide treatment when possible, and optimize outcomes for both the mother and the baby. If you're asking about fetal medicine in relation to your own pregnancy, feel free to share your gestational age or the specific concern, and I can provide more targeted information.