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<\/i><\/i><\/span>Why should I go to a Perinatologist? Can\u2019t my OB\/GYN take care of my needs?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
A Perinatologist is a certified specialist who takes care of women who have been identified as having high risk pregnancies. Your OB\/GYN refers you to our offices for a more specialized care. So in a sense your OB\/GYN is still taking care of your problem, but has asked us to help. An ultrasound in each trimester is what has become routine.<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>We are trying to have a baby, but we want to see if we have any genetic disorders that may be passed along to the baby. Can your office help?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
Yes; our office provides preconception counseling on a variety of genetic disorders that may affect an unborn baby.<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does insurance cover my visitation?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Most of our services are covered by insurance. Please check with your insurance carrier or contact our office if you have questions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>What if we want a second opinion?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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You have the right to second opinion. Your primary care physician, specialists and our office will work together to ensure an accurate diagnosis.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does your office do after-hours\/emergency consultations?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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A physician may request a perinatologist consultation if you are hospitalized.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Where is your office located?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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See our contact page for office locations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>What is Genetic Counseling?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Genetic counseling helps families understand information about birth defects and inherited conditions. Detailed information about your family history is reviewed. If there is a family history of a genetic condition, our doctors will discuss with you the chances that the condition may occur again in your family. Our staff will provide up-to-date information about available genetic tests, treatments, research options support organizations and community resources.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>What is a Perinatologist or maternal fetal specialist?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
A Perinatologist or a maternal-fetal specialist is an obstetrician\/gynecologist with extra years in specialized training in high-risk pregnancy.<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>I was diagnosed as having a high-risk pregnancy before. Does that mean all pregnancies will be high risk?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Certain medical conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension and lupus, warrant management by, or consultation with, a perinatologist. Other problems that occur during a pregnancy, such as pre-term labor, may or may not occur in a subsequent pregnancy. Early assessment with each pregnancy is the best way to determine the optimal management of your pregnancy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>When Should You Consider Genetic Counseling Prenatal Diagnosis?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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You are 35 years or older; or will be 35 years or older at delivery. You have a history of pregnancy losses (miscarriages or stillbirths). You have an ongoing medical condition such as diabetes, thrombosis, psychiatric conditions, or a seizure disorder. You have been exposed to certain medications, alcohol, street drugs, chemicals, x-rays or infections during your pregnancy. You or your partner are from an ethnic origin in which a specific genetic condition is more common (e.g. sickle cell anemia in individuals of African-American descent and Tay Sachs disease in individuals of Ashkenazi Jewish descent). The results of a maternal serum screening test indicate that your baby is at increased risk for Down syndrome, trisomy 18 or spina bifida. You and your partner are blood relatives *These are only some examples of conditions requiring genetic counseling. Your provider will help guide you with your individual care.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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