Maternal & Fetal Specialist :
Maternal fetal specialist also called as Perinatologist, is a obstetrician with additional training in managing high risk pregnancy. These specialist provide advanced care to both the mother and the fetus when complications arise. Their expertise includes diagnosing and treating fetal anomalies, managing pre existing maternal health conditions like hypertension and diabetes and addressing pregnancy specific issues such as preterm labour, pr-eclampsia and multiple gestation. Maternal fetal specialist utilize advanced imaging techniques such as detailed ultrasound and echocardiography, genetic testing as a process of their screening method.
These experts collaborate closely with other health care providers , including neonatologists, genetic counsellor and Paediatric surgeons to create comprehensive treatment plans for individual patient needs. Their roles and responsibilities include guiding expectant mothers through complex pregnancies, proving both medical management and emotional support .