Center for Maternal Fetal Medicine
Maternal Fetal Medicine Services
The Akron Children's Hospital Center for Maternal Fetal Medicine provides services for women who may be at risk for complications of pregnancy and care for fetuses that may be at risk for or have been diagnosed with a genetic disorder or congenital defect.
The staff includes board-certified perinatologists with advanced training and clinical experience in high-risk obstetric problems and advanced prenatal diagnosis. We offer specialty maternal care including consultation, co-management and ongoing care with a perinatologist available 24 hours a day to consult with you in the care of your patients.
By coordinating a plan of care with our neonatologists before delivery, we ensure seamless, integrated services for both mother and child.
Preconception services are also available for women with medical or family histories that put them at risk for pregnancy complications or for couples concerned about genetic conditions and disorders.
Maternal Fetal Service Locations
Center for Maternal Fetal Medicine Akron Children's Hospital Considine Professional Building 215 W. Bowery Street Suite 5500 Akron, OH 44308 330-543-4500 330-543-4508 fax
D. Gary Benfield, MD Regional Fetal Treatment Center Akron Children's Hospital Considine Professional Building 215 W. Bowery Street Suite 5500 Akron, OH 44308 330-543-8295 330-543-8131 fax
Indications for Referral
• Heart disease • Hypertension/preeclampsia • Pulmonary disease • Diabetes or other endocrine disorders • Lupus • Kidney disease • Gastrointestinal disease • Increased risk of preterm labor
• Increased risk of premature rupture of membranes
• Fetal growth abnormalities • Maternal age over 35 • Twins, triplets or other multiples
• Concerns related to a possible birth defect
• Recurrent pregnancy loss • Maternal genetic disorder • Others as deemed necessary
