Maternal Fetal Medicine (High-risk Pregnancy)
A general obstetrician can care for most pregnancies.
However, sometimes having a baby is more complicated
than usual. A pregnancy is considered high-risk
when there are potential complications that could
affect the mother, the baby or both. These complications
could exist prior to pregnancy or could arise
during pregnancy and include:
A maternal-fetal medicine specialist is an ob/gyn
who has received additional education (a fellowship)
and can evaluate, diagnose and monitor high-risk
pregnancies. Penn maternal fetal medicine obstetricians
specialize in making a high-risk situation less
stressful for you, your baby and your family.
Whether your risk is during the term of your pregnancy,
during labor and delivery, or during the post-partum
period, our specialists care for the unique needs
of your growing family.
Learn more about maternal fetal medicine services
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