Couples considering a pregnancy or women who are pregnant may be seen in our prenatal genetics clinic if there are concerns regarding:

• Older age of the parents (women who are 35 or older and men who are 50 or older)
• Personal or family history of a genetic condition or birth defect
• Exposures to chemicals or medications that may increase the risk for birth defects
• Maternal health condition that increases the risk for birth defects (such as diabetes)
• Couples who are related to each other by blood (ex. first cousins)
• Ethnic background that increases the risk for certain genetic conditions
• Fetal abnormalities detected by ultrasound examination
• Prenatal screening that suggests an increased risk for a fetal abnormality
• Prenatal diagnosis that reveals a genetic condition in the fetus
• Concerns regarding carrier status of a specific genetic condition

Make an Appointment

Patients are seen in the Women and Children's Pavilion, and appointments can be scheduled by calling 216-778-4323.