Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defects affecting newborns. Most heart defects, ranging from simple to complex heart defects, can be diagnosed before birth in the fetus. Hearing about a fetal heart defect during pregnancy can be overwhelming. The fetal heart program at Driscoll Children’s Hospital is designed with a dedicated team of fetal cardiologists, sonographers, heart surgeons, maternal fetal medicine specialists, nurse coordinators and social workers to help you navigate through the process. Our fetal heart care team will collaborate with you to plan for care of your fetus in an unbiased manner throughout pregnancy. We offer resources for you to plan for delivery and care for your baby after birth.
We bring physicians, surgeons and specialists from all over the world to provide the best care for your child in the most critical situations. We have performed over 500 procedures over the last two years with outstanding results. From your initial consultation through treatment and post-op care, our team will ensure your family’s experience is as seamless as possible.
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