Program will include a 10-Bed High-Risk Fetal Labor and Delivery Unit at Nicklaus Children's Hospital
Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) and
Miami Children's Health System (MCHS) announced <on
09/09/2015> their intent to explore the development of a comprehensive high-risk fetal and newborn medicine program to care for healthy mothers who are expecting a baby with complex medical issues. Experts from BWH will partner with MCHS to provide recommendations related to the development of the program, including establishing a high-risk-fetal labor and delivery unit at
Nicklaus Children's Hospital, slated to open in 2017, as well as guidance on clinical protocols and opportunities for training and education.
"Brigham and Women's Hospital is a leading provider of fetal and newborn care, including the diagnosis and treatment of newborn babies with complex medical issues," said
Dr. M. Narendra Kini, CEO at MCHS. "We are eager to bring their expertise to Nicklaus Children's Hospital with the goal of developing a comprehensive and patient-focused facility for women with high-risk-fetal pregnancies and their babies."
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