10/1, Valasaravakkam, Chennai
The maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) specialists at A4 Hospital are experts in high-risk and low-risk pregnancies. We have the most experienced obstetricians in treating women with complicated pregnancies. The complications include amniotic fluid issues, severe fetal growth restriction, structural abnormalities, multiple gestations like twins or triplets, and genetic syndrome. We also specialize in treating normal pregnancies and deliveries.
At A4 Hospital, we care for expectant mothers who have had medical complications before, which have continued to arise during the conception period. The medical complications may include high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid issues, lupus, epilepsy, and lung, heart, and gastrointestinal medical conditions.
The MFM services provided at A4 Hospital work as a multidisciplinary care team. The team includes maternal-fetal experts, radiologists, pediatricians, neonatologists, cardiologists, surgeons, and well-trained obstetricians. Our comprehensive range of services also comprises ongoing antenatal and postpartum care.
Furthermore, our multidisciplinary experts care for women who have experienced complications including preterm delivery or miscarriage. Having a regular consultation with MFM specialists at A4 Hospital ensures our patients extra assurance if things don’t go well unfortunately. We strive to provide our expectant mothers with the highest care possible.
Being MFM specialists at A4 Hospital, we are experts in pregnancy ultrasounds for diagnosing, understanding, and treating pregnancy-related medical complications. Ultrasound scans performed in fetal medicine at A4 Hospital are:
Invasive procedures performed in fetal medicine at A4 Hospital are: Our team is highly qualified in diagnostic invasive procedures such as amniocentesis, fetal reduction, and chorionic villi sampling.
“I was admitted for a D&C procedure due to my miscarriage. I did not experience any pain after the procedure. I felt very safe throughout my stay, and everyone was extremely kind. Every procedure was carried out smoothly and with great care. My special thanks go to Dr. Nithya Shyam—she was very kind and compassionate. I would also like to thank the entire team who took such good care of me. And Nurse Poongavanam was very kind, care and sweet. Thank you to her as well.”
It is a diagnostic prenatal procedure, which is performed after the second trimester of pregnancy. The procedure is done to diagnose if the unborn baby has any genetic disorders.
It is a procedure performed in the first or early second trimester of pregnancy to minimize the number of fetuses that exist in multifetal gestation. This is done to enhance the healthy pregnancy.
It is a prenatal procedure, which is performed in the first trimester of pregnancy. The procedure is done to diagnose if the unborn baby has any chromosomal disorders.
At A4 Hospital, we provide prenatal counseling for couples who have experienced complications in previous pregnancies. Our MFM specialists work with patients to reassure and encourage them with the steps to be taken to enhance the chances of a successful pregnancy.
Our maternity fetal medicine specialists ensure their practices are always advanced and modernized with the latest advancements.
You should visit a fetal medicine specialist if you have a high-risk pregnancy, abnormal scan results, or medical conditions like diabetes or hypertension. Early consultation helps monitor your baby’s development and ensures timely diagnosis and proper care.
Our fetal medicine department offers advanced prenatal care, including detailed anomaly scans, growth scans, genetic screening, and high-risk pregnancy management. We focus on early detection of complications and provide expert guidance for a safe pregnancy.
Yes, fetal scans are safe when performed by trained specialists using advanced ultrasound technology. These scans help monitor your baby’s growth, detect abnormalities early, and ensure both mother and baby are healthy throughout the pregnancy.
Appointments are recommended for fetal medicine consultations to ensure proper evaluation and minimal waiting time. However, in urgent situations, our team provides immediate support for high-risk pregnancy cases.
Fetal medicine plays a key role in managing high-risk pregnancies by closely monitoring the baby’s development and identifying potential complications early. This allows doctors to plan the right treatment and improve outcomes for both mother and baby.
