Refer a patient to Maternal Fetal Medicine
We accept referrals for fetal anomalies, high-risk screening results, invasive prenatal diagnosis, twin complications, fetal growth restriction, maternal medical disorders, and fetal therapy assessment.
COORDINATED REFERRAL
Explore the referral pathway
Choose an example priority to understand the contact pathway. Selecting an option does not send a referral or assign clinical urgency.
Enlarge schematic From clinical concern to assessment and a shared management plan.
Simplified educational schematic; not to scale or for diagnosis.
Provide the clinical question, gestational age, earlier findings and relevant reports. Review and triage guide the assessment and shared care plan. The team confirms the appointment and next steps.
Emergency symptoms: seek assessment at the nearest emergency department without delay. Call 998 if an ambulance is needed. Do not wait for a website reply. Ambulance: 998
Our Referral & Care Processes
Physician Referral Pathway
Standard clinical triage path for referred patients
Doctor Sends Referral
Referring obstetrician sends clinical details via the portal or direct line.
Reports Reviewed
MFM consultant reviews current scan reports and medical history.
Urgency Triaged
Referral is triaged by clinical priority (Urgent, Time-Sensitive, or Routine).
Appointment Arranged
Appointment or outpatient procedure is arranged with the MFM team.
Report Sent Back
The clinical report and care plan are shared with the referring obstetrician after assessment through the agreed clinical pathway.
Referral information by condition
Practical information to prepare a referral. The responsible clinical team confirms urgency, testing and the care plan for each patient.
How to Refer Abnormal NIPT
Submit the high-risk NIPT report specifying the chromosomal risk (Trisomy 21, 18, 13, sex chromosomes, or microdeletions). Include dating ultrasound report. Our specialists will counsel on PPV, false positives, and coordinate confirmation via CVS or amniocentesis at the appropriate gestation after counselling.
How to Refer Suspected Fetal Anomaly
Provide a detailed description of the suspected structural variant, along with the recent 2D/3D ultrasound images and reports. MFM consultants perform advanced neurosonography, fetal echocardiography, and coordinate clinical genetic tests (Microarray, WES) to clarify the diagnosis and discuss remaining uncertainty.
How to Refer Fetal Growth Restriction (FGR)
Send current growth curves, EFW percentile, and serial amniotic fluid measurements. We provide detailed fetal Doppler studies (UA, MCA, DV), calculate gestational-age specific risks, and establish surveillance frequency or delivery timing protocols.
How to Refer Twins & Suspected TTTS
For monochorionic (MCDA) twins, refer immediately if there is concern about discordant fluid, unequal bladder filling or abnormal Dopplers; the team applies gestation-specific criteria. Laser ablation is performed in our Abu Dhabi hub, with pre/post-op care in Al Ain.
How to Refer Placenta Accreta Spectrum
Provide previous scar history (C-sections, myomectomies) and recent ultrasound reports noting placental location and signs of invasion. We coordinate multidisciplinary care, advanced MRI mapping if indicated, and scheduled delivery planning.
How to Refer for Amniocentesis / CVS
Provide blood group and antibody screen results, maternal screening reports, and dating scan. All procedures are conducted under continuous direct ultrasound guidance. Anti-D prophylaxis will be coordinated for Rh-negative mothers.
Clinical Referral Urgency Guidelines
A clinical reference to guide practitioners on suggested referral urgency based on presentation and diagnosis.
| Clinical Scenario / Presentation | Suggested Urgency |
|---|---|
| Suspected major fetal anomaly | Urgent MFM review |
| Increased NT ≥ 3.5 mm | Urgent |
| High-risk NIPT result | Time-sensitive counselling and diagnostic testing discussion |
| MCDA twin pregnancy | Early booking and q2-week surveillance |
| Suspected TTTS, TAPS, or selective FGR | Urgent |
| Severe early fetal growth restriction | Urgent |
| Fetal hydrops | Urgent |
| Red-cell alloimmunisation with critical titre or raised MCA PSV | Urgent |
| Need CVS or amniocentesis | Time-sensitive |
| Short cervix or prior mid-trimester loss | Time-sensitive |
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Mediclinic appointment and coordination line
referral@motherfetus.com
For Physician Referrals
Al Ain & Abu Dhabi
Two UAE Facilities