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Fetal Care Center

We offer patient- and family-centered care for babies with complex fetal conditions.

Your Baby's Medical Home, From Birth to Childhood

At the Fetal Care Center, we understand that receiving a complex fetal diagnosis can be overwhelming. We know this is a stressful time, so our goal is to remove uncertainty, provide clear guidance, and support you emotionally and medically.

We're here to provide comprehensive, compassionate care that supports you and your baby through every step of your journey. Our team of specialized fetal care experts works together seamlessly, offering:

  • A true medical home where you and your baby will receive continuous care plan, from pregnancy through childhood.
  • Multi-disciplinary specialists who communicate closely to create personalized treatment plans.
  • Expertise in handling complex fetal conditions like gastroschisis, lung lesions, and congenital diaphragmatic hernia.
  • A collaborative approach that puts your baby's needs first.

From your first consultation with our maternal-fetal medicine specialists when your unborn baby is first diagnosed, to delivery and beyond, we'll be with you, helping you focus on what matters most: your baby.

Our promise is simple: comprehensive care, genuine compassion, and a dedicated team committed to your family's health and well-being. You're not alone; we're here to help you every step of the way.

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital has been named a U.S. News & World Report 2024-25 Best Children’s Hospital for Neonatology

Pediatric Specialties at One Location

The Fetal Care Center brings together a comprehensive team of board-certified, pediatric specialists and subspecialists with years of experience and advanced training necessary to handle the most complex fetal and pediatric conditions, including doctors from our top 25 neonatology program ranked by U.S. News & World Report, and our maternal-fetal medicine program at Memorial Healthcare System.

Our Baby Was Born With Half a Heart | Andy’s Incredible Journey at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

Our Baby Was Born With Half a Heart | Andy’s Incredible Journey at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

A routine anatomy scan of their unborn baby, Andy, turned Kelly and Jesse's world upside down when doctors discovered he had a rare and complex congenital heart defect: Hypoplastic Right Ventricle (HRV), Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA), and Coarctation of the Aorta. It meant their son would need open-heart surgery to survive—just days after birth.
Comprehenive Care for Mother and Baby

Comprehenive Care for Mother and Baby

Care for mother and baby is coordinated through our maternal-fetal medicine specialists at Memorial Healthcare System and pediatric services at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital; creating a comprehensive team of specialists. Our MFM doctors work with your primary obstetrician to consult on care and monitor both you and your baby. All the specialists involved in your baby’s care work together to develop a detailed plan customized to meet your specific needs.
Premature Twins Thrive After NICU Stay

Premature Twins Thrive After NICU Stay

See how premature twins Mikey and Micayha were cared for by our expert NICU team until they could go home.
Care in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

Care in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

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    Advanced diagnostics: We use advanced testing techniques, including high-resolution fetal ultrasound, MRI, echocardiogram and genetic testing, to accurately diagnose fetal conditions. Learn more about fetal diagnostic testing offered.

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    Complete care for moms and babies: Our collaboration with Memorial Healthcare System’s maternal-fetal medicine and high-risk pregnancy specialists enables us to provide advanced care for mom and baby.

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    Continuum of care as your child grows: As a children’s hospital, we offer a full spectrum of pediatric care. Specialists remain involved in your child’s treatment for as long as needed. Learn about our fetal care plan for complex conditions.

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    Practical and emotional support: Our services include compassionate support for you and your family as you navigate this journey. These supportive services help you and your family during this stressful time.

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Contact Us

Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
Fetal Care Center
1150 N. 35 Avenue, Suite 555
Hollywood, FL 33021 (Map)
954-265-4FCC (4322)