Hypertension & High Blood Pressure Pregnancy Care in the UAE
Hypertension in pregnancy in the UAE—including pre-existing chronic hypertension and gestational hypertension—is monitored and managed at Mediclinic MFM Units (Abu Dhabi & Al Ain Hubs) MFM Unit. High blood pressure requires careful surveillance of maternal renal and hepatic function, serial fetal growth scans, and uterine/umbilical artery Doppler assessments to prevent pre-eclampsia and growth restriction.
Who This Page is For
Customized clinical pathways and insights to support our patients and referring medical partners.
Pregnant Patient
Mothers with high blood pressure readings (≥140/90 mmHg) before or during pregnancy.
Referring Doctor
Obstetricians referring hypertensive pregnancies for specialized fetal growth monitoring and uterine artery Doppler risk calculation.
Abnormal Screening
Mothers showing signs of worsening chronic hypertension or suspected transition to pre-eclampsia.
Second Opinion
Patients wanting to discuss anti-hypertensive medication safety, blood pressure monitoring, and delivery timing.
When to see MFM
What we do
What happens during the visit
Comprehensive assessment of blood pressure logs, chronic medical history, and baseline labs.
High-resolution fetal growth scan and detailed amniotic fluid level measurement.
Tailored counseling on blood pressure self-monitoring at home and warning symptoms.
Coordinating care and delivery timing (typically at 37–39 weeks depending on severity and control).
When urgent referral is needed
- Blood pressure reading of ≥160/110 mmHg (severe range hypertension) requires immediate emergency admission.
- Severe headache, visual disturbances, upper abdominal pain, or sudden severe swelling.
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.
Gestational hypertension is high blood pressure (≥140/90 mmHg) that develops after 20 weeks of pregnancy in a woman who previously had normal blood pressure, without protein in the urine.
It can restrict blood flow to the placenta, leading to fetal growth restriction (FGR), low birth weight, and an increased risk of premature delivery.
Safe medications include labetalol, nifedipine, and methyldopa. ACE inhibitors and ARBs are not safe and must be stopped before pregnancy.
Pre-eclampsia is a more serious condition characterized by high blood pressure combined with protein in the urine or signs of liver, kidney, or blood clotting dysfunction.
For well-controlled chronic hypertension, delivery is typically planned between 38 and 39 weeks. For poorly controlled or severe cases, early delivery at 37 weeks or sooner is indicated.
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.
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