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The Fetal Center at Vanderbilt

Compassionate comprehensive care for mom and baby

The Fetal Center at Vanderbilt is a comprehensive fetal diagnosis, therapy and surgery center, committed to providing mothers and babies with highly personalized and specialized care. Our experienced team of maternal-fetal medicine, neonatal and pediatric surgery specialists care for expectant mothers and babies at risk for or born with congenital birth defects or abnormalities.

The Junior League of Nashville provided the groundwork for comprehensive maternal fetal care programming at Vanderbilt more than a decade ago when it made a transformative gift to improve care for pregnant women and their infants. The League’s vision enabled programming to get off the ground, expand and set the foundation for what is now The Reed Family Maternal Fetal Clinic.

Conditions We Treat

We treat maternal fetal conditions, including:

Meet Your Care Team

Your complete Fetal Center team includes sonographers, genetic counselors, patient care coordinators and a social worker.

Kelly A. Bennett

Kelly A. BennettMD, MS

    Fetal Anomalies in Pregnancy, Gynecology, High Risk Pregnancy, Maternal Fetal Medicine (High Risk Pregnancy)
Lisa C. Zuckerwise

Lisa C. ZuckerwiseMD

    Fetal Anomalies in Pregnancy, Fetal Growth Restriction, Gynecology, High Risk Pregnancy, Maternal Fetal Medicine (High Risk Pregnancy), Neonatology
Emily W. Taylor

Emily W. TaylorNP

    Maternal Fetal Medicine (High Risk Pregnancy)
Matthew R. Grace

Matthew R. GraceMD

    Diabetic Care in Pregnancy, Fetal Anomalies in Pregnancy, Gynecology, High Risk Pregnancy, Maternal Cardiac Disease in Pregnancy, Maternal Fetal Medicine (High Risk Pregnancy)
Andrea W. Johnson

Andrea W. JohnsonMD

    Consult for Maternal Fetal Medicine, Diabetic Care in Pregnancy, Gynecology, High Risk Pregnancy, Maternal Fetal Medicine (High Risk Pregnancy), Multiple Pregnancy, Obstetrics and Gynecology
J M. Newton

J M. NewtonMD, PhD

    Gynecology, High Risk Pregnancy, Maternal Fetal Medicine (High Risk Pregnancy)
Jamie N. Colombo

Jamie N. ColomboDO

    Cardiac Imaging, Complex Single Ventricle Conditions, Fetal Cardiology, General Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease, Pediatric Heart
Ann L. Kavanaugh-McHugh
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4.9

Ann L. Kavanaugh-McHughMD, BS

    Cardiac Imaging, Complex Single Ventricle Conditions, Fetal Cardiology, General Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease, Pediatric Heart
Stacy A. Killen

Stacy A. KillenMD, MSCI, BA

    Cardiac Imaging, Fetal Cardiology, General Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease, Pediatric Heart
Kimberly A. Lynch

Kimberly A. LynchNP, CPNP

    Fetal Cardiology, General Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Heart
Kimberly B. Vera
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4.7

Kimberly B. VeraBS, MD, MSCI

    Cardiac Imaging, Fetal Cardiology, General Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease, Pediatric Heart
Bridget B. Zoeller

Bridget B. ZoellerMD

    Cardiac Imaging, Congenital Neonatal, Infant and Pediatric Heart Conditions, Fetal Cardiology, General Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease, Pediatric Heart
Jeffrey E. Martus
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4.7

Jeffrey E. MartusMD, MS

    Fractures, Limb Deformity, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Spinal Deformity, Spinal Surgery
Gregory A. Mencio
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4.6

Gregory A. MencioMD

    Fractures, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Spinal Surgery, Spine
Jonathan G. Schoenecker
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4.9

Jonathan G. SchoeneckerMD, PhD

    Fractures, Limb Deformity, Musculoskeletal Infection, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Pediatric and Young Adult Hip Conditions
Stephane A. Braun
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4.7

Stephane A. BraunMD

    Breast Reconstructive Surgery, Cleft Lip and Palate, Fetal Surgery for Spina Bifida, Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery, Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Clare E. Gargaro

Clare E. GargaroPA, MHSA

    Cleft Lip and Palate, Craniofacial Surgery, Ear Deformities, Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Michael S. Golinko
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4.8

Michael S. GolinkoBS, MD

    Cleft Lip and Palate, Craniofacial Surgery, Maxillofacial Surgery, Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
James D. Phillips
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4.9

James D. PhillipsMD, BS

    ENT Ear, Nose, Throat (Otolaryngology), Hemangiomas, Otolaryngology, Pediatric Cleft Lip and Palate, Pediatric Ear, Nose, and Throat Conditions, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Pediatric Otolaryngology
Christopher T. Wootten
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4.6

Christopher T. WoottenMD, MMHC, FACS, FAAP

    Airway Reconstruction, Breathing Disorders, ENT Ear, Nose, Throat (Otolaryngology), Hearing Loss, Otolaryngology, Pediatric Ear, Nose, and Throat Conditions, Pediatric Otolaryngology
Mark C. Adams
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4.8

Mark C. AdamsMD

    Pediatric Urology, Urology
John W. Brock
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4.7

John W. BrockIII, MD

    Pediatric Urology, Urology
Douglass B. Clayton
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4.8

Douglass B. ClaytonMD

    Laparoscopy and Robotics, Neurogenic Bladder, Pediatric Urology, Urinary Incontinence, Urodynamics, Urology
John C. Pope
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4.6

John C. PopeIV, MD

    Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgery, Kidney Stones, Neurogenic Bladder, Pediatric Urology, Urinary Incontinence, Urology
Abby S. Taylor
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4.6

Abby S. TaylorMD, MPH

    Genitourinary Cancer, Pediatric Urology, Urology
John C. Thomas
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4.9

John C. ThomasMD

    Pediatric Urology, Urology
Christopher M. Bonfield
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4.7

Christopher M. BonfieldMD

    Congenital Malformations of the Brain and Spinal Cord, Craniofacial Surgery, Neurologic Surgery, Neurological Disorders, Surgery, Neurological Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Neurologic Surgery
Emma G. Carter

Emma G. CarterMD

    Child Neurology, Developmental Delay, Epilepsy, Pediatric Neurology, Seizure Disorders
Kevin C. Ess
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4.9

Kevin C. EssMD, PhD

    Epilepsy, Pediatric Neurology
Robert P. Naftel
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4.9

Robert P. NaftelMD

    Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy, Hydrocephalus, Movement Disorders, Neurologic Surgery, Neurological Surgery, Neurosciences
John C. Wellons
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4.9

John C. WellonsIII, MD, MSPH

    Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Injury, Compression or Tumors, Congenital Malformations of the Brain and Spinal Cord, Neurological Surgery, Neurosciences, Pediatric Neurologic Surgery, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Stroke and Cerebrovascular
Melissa E. Danko
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4.8

Melissa E. DankoMD

    Chest Wall Deformity, ECMO and Critical Care, Pediatric Surgery
Irving J. Zamora
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4.8

Irving J. ZamoraMD, MPH

    Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Lung Diseases, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Neonatal Surgery, Pediatric Oncology, Pediatric Surgery
Cassandra C. Brady
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4.9

Cassandra C. BradyMD

    Adrenal Disorders, Diabetes Mellitus: Type 1, Type 2, MODY, CF-Related, Neonatal, Pediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology, Pediatric Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Pubertal Disorders: Precocious and Delayed

Why Choose The Fetal Center at Vanderbilt

  • goal, specialized, individualized, customized, Personalized care
    Personal maternal-fetal care

    Mothers and babies referred to The Fetal Center at Vanderbilt undergo extensive screening, monitoring and possibly surgery, either in-utero or after birth. We tailor your care to your individual needs. You may only encounter a maternal-fetal medicine specialist, sonographer or genetic counselor at a clinic in your community. Your baby may receive care at our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit after birth other. We may also schedule you for one or more pre-natal appointments at The Reed Family Maternal Fetal Clinic.

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    The Reed Family Maternal Fetal Clinic

    The Reed Family Clinic opened in September 2021 to provide families who come to us from across the country with better access to services. Our clinic has a dedicated procedure suite; four large exam rooms with special lighting and large, comfortable chairs; and five ultrasound rooms, each with a private restroom and the latest ultrasound technology. We process all ultrasounds on site, so you and your care team can develop plans in real time. We also offer a genetic counseling room, two consultation rooms and a telemedicine suite, so experts can virtually meet with you as needed. 

  • social, Collaborative care, people, conference, Team, staff, partners
    Collaborative care

    The Reed Family Clinic space and our Level IV NICU are located at Monroe Carell's 9th floor, connected to Vanderbilt University Hospital. All the experts for mom and baby – high-risk obstetricians, anesthesiologists, pediatric surgeons and neonatologists – are together in one place. We collaborate closely with your primary obstetric provider by regularly sharing updates, images and test results. We encourage co-managed care when possible so your family can stay in your community.

  • rocket, missile, Highly skilled team
    Pioneers in fetal surgery

    We have performed more than 300 fetal surgeries, giving us expertise unmatched by most fetal centers. Vanderbilt pioneered the fetal repair of myelomeningocele, a type of spina bifida, in 1997. Today we are known worldwide for this surgery.

  • caduceus, Depth of expertise, excellent outcomes
    Post-natal care

    We help coordinate post-natal care for you and baby with appropriate specialists. Sometimes surgeries or additional procedures must be performed after delivery. We see you through the process and help you get to know Children’s Hospital. The same surgeons and specialists that care for newborns often take care of that child for years to come. We are the foundation of lifelong caregiver relationships.

  • lightning bolt, Innovation, advanced
    Innovative research

    We are actively involved in multicenter research projects advancing the understanding and treatment of fetal congenital heart disease and fetal arrhythmias. This includes collaborative research projects through the Fetal Heart Society and the North American Fetal Therapy Network. We have ongoing research efforts working to optimize feeding and nutrition in newborns requiring heart surgery.

Ethan's Story

Ethan Damesworth was born with a rare, dangerous combination of duodenal atresia and trisomy 21. Watch as the Damesworth Family shares their story about their experience with the Fetal Center at Vanderbilt.

Locations

2200 Children's Way, 9th Floor
Nashville, TN 37232
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1155 Kennedy Drive, Suite 103
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
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