Fetal Heart

The Fetal Heart Program at The University of Maryland Medical Center is a team of fetal medicine experts who have specific training in fetal echocardiography, pediatric cardiology, pediatric cardiac surgery, neonatology and genetics.

Features of the program include:

Multidisciplinary Personalized Care

Our program is designed to evaluate each unique case and develop a specifically tailored treatment plan.

First Trimester Fetal Echocardiography

The majority of severe congenital heart defects (CHD) are detectable at 11-14 weeks. We specialize in early fetal echocardiography, with over 10 years of experience performing first trimester fetal heart examinations in high risk populations.

Advanced Technology

Our program uses the latest technology, 4-dimensional (4D) ultrasound imaging, to assess each case.

Parent Education & Preparation

We diligently provide support and education for each patient. We believe that personalized care, good communication and planning reduce stress and anxiety within the family. 

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Contact Us

For more information about the fetal heart program and services, please contact the Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Kim Greve, RN at 410-328-3865.

If you referred a patient for a fetal echocardiogram and require a copy of the results, please contact the Center for Advanced Fetal Care at 410-328-3865.

If you are a patient or provider and have questions for the physicians, please contact:

• Shifa Turan, MD (CAFC) (Director of Fetal Heart Program)
  410-328-7806, sturan@som.umaryland.edu

• Alicia Chaves, MD (Pediatric cardiology)
  410-328-4348

For additional information, or to make an appointment, please contact the center for Advanced Fetal Care at 410-328-3865.

Please contact us with any questions or comments you may have about our Fetal Heart Program.