High-Risk Pregnancy Specialists in the UAE
High-risk pregnancy subspecialist care in the UAE is coordinated by our elite MFM team. Working out of Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital (Abu Dhabi) and Mediclinic Al Jowhara Hospital (Al Ain), our consultants manage monochorionic twin complications, placenta accreta, and chronic maternal conditions.
Who This Page is For
Customized clinical pathways and insights to support our patients and referring medical partners.
Pregnant Patient
Mothers with complex medical histories, uterine anomalies, or pregnancy-related complications.
Referring Doctor
Healthcare providers referring patients with severe maternal diseases or complex multiples.
Abnormal Screening
Mothers whose routine check-ups identify premature cervical shortening or signs of early pre-eclampsia.
Second Opinion
Families seeking comprehensive risk profiling and structured safety protocols for their pregnancy.
When to see MFM
What we do
What happens during the visit
Detailed initial consultation reviewing all medical records and histories.
Baseline ultrasound assessment of the fetus, placenta, and cervix.
Joint care plan coordination with Mediclinic’s medical subspecialists.
Scheduled delivery planning with immediate Level III NICU backup.
When urgent referral is needed
- Blood pressure reading ≥ 140/90 mmHg, headache, or visual disturbances.
- Vaginal bleeding, unusual fluid leaking, or early contractions.
- Noticeable decrease in baby movements.
Where the service is available
Available across Mediclinic MFM hubs in Abu Dhabi (Airport Road Hospital) and Al Ain (Al Jowhara Hospital), with referral pathways coordinating care for patients nationwide.
Why Fetus.ae / Mediclinic MFM
Specialists Available
Fellowship-trained, internationally recognized consultants offering evidence-based precision care.
Dr. Ali Al-Ibrahim
Head of Unit, Consultant Maternal Fetal MedicineConsultant in Maternal-Fetal Medicine in Al Ain and Abu Dhabi with more than 25 years of experience, University of Toronto fellowship training, and Arab and Saudi Board certification in OBGYN.
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Dr. Leanne Bricker MB.BCh FRCOG
Consultant in Fetal & Maternal MedicineOver three decades of clinical excellence, serving as Chair of Fetal Medicine at Corniche Hospital from 2014-2025.
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Dr. Soha Tohamy Said MB BCH MRCPI, FRCOG
Consultant Obstetrics and Gynecology, Consultant Maternal Fetal MedicineFormer Department Chair of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Corniche Hospital with immense experience leading tertiary maternity services.
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Dr. Najwa Mohamed El Fky
Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Maternal Fetal Medicine SpecialistConsultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist and Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist with extensive experience in high-risk obstetrics, prenatal diagnosis, and obstetric ultrasound.
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Dr. Bernard Nasr
Consultant Obstetrics/Gynecology, Maternal Fetal MedicineFrench-trained MFM expert proficient in invasive therapeutic procedures and multiple pregnancy complications.
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Dr. Marija Hadji Lega
Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist, Associate ProfessorInternationally trained specialist with 25+ years of clinical experience, renowned for advanced fetal neurology and cardiology.
View Full ProfileFrequently Asked Questions
Clinical answers directly from our specialists to help prepare you for your appointment.
A Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialist is an obstetrician who has completed 3 additional years of fellowship training in high-risk care.
We offer advanced diagnostics, specialized surgical skills (like cerclage), and medical co-management that standard clinics do not provide.
Yes, patients can choose to consult with MFM specialists at either our Abu Dhabi or Al Ain locations, depending on their convenience.
Yes. Both hub hospitals have Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) to provide immediate, high-tier medical support for premature or sick newborns.
Measuring the cervix using ultrasound helps us identify patients at risk for premature birth, allowing us to intervene with progesterone or a cerclage.
Contact our clinic to schedule an appointment, and bring all your past medical records, scans, and blood test results with you.
Getting Here & Access
Our two hubs cover the country: Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital in Abu Dhabi and Mediclinic Al Jowhara Hospital in Al Ain. Patients from Dubai (about 60–75 minutes on the E11), Sharjah, Ajman and the Northern Emirates typically attend the Abu Dhabi hub, while Al Ain and Eastern Region families are seen locally. Referrals are coordinated so travel is minimised and, wherever possible, imaging, counselling and any procedure are grouped into as few visits as possible.
Insurance & Coverage
Across both hubs we work with major UAE insurers including Daman (Thiqa and Enhanced), ADNIC, Nextcare, NAS and other networks. Coverage and pre-authorisation vary by plan and emirate, so our team confirms eligibility and arranges approvals before you travel. Self-pay packages are available nationwide.
Areas We Serve
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