Atlantic Fetal Medicine - NHRMC Physician Group

Pregnancy can bring excitement and also nervousness for many expectant women and couples. If your pregnancy needs more specialized care, your doctor may refer you to specialist trained to handle a variety of concerns during pregnancy. The specially-trained physicians at Atlantic Fetal Medicine are here for you and your growing family. Our practice is ready to give you excellent care from obstetricians and staff with extra training in handling high-risk pregnancies.
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There are a number of reasons why you may be referred to the care of a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. Some conditions that may require more specialized monitoring and treatment include:

  • Diabetes, hypertension, blood clotting disorders
  • Lupus, epilepsy, thyroid disease
  • History of recurrent miscarriage
  • Isoimmunization (for a pregnant woman whose blood type is Rh-negative)
  • Pregnancy with twins and other multiples
  • Cervical weakness, uterine malformations, fetal growth restriction, structural birth defects, abnormal amniotic fluid volume

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