Spina Bifida Myelomeningocele
Here at The Fetal Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, we have a proven track record of treating the most complex babies with spina bifida, even before they are born. Families travel from all over the world to come to Nationwide Children’s Hospital to receive care. And while a spina bifida diagnosis may be a scary thought, there is a team here to support you through every step of your journey.
It's Different Here:
Over the years, we have helped hundreds of families with Spina Bifida.
Accurate fetal diagnosis of Spina Bifida is critical in creating the right pregnancy plan. Here, we provide the most advanced diagnostic testing to evaluate and confirm your baby’s diagnosis and severity.
Pregnancy monitoring and in some cases, fetal surgery, may be recommended. We are one of the few comprehensive fetal centers in the world that can offer the most innovative treatments for Spina Bifida, including intrauterine surgery (open fetal surgery) to offer the best possible outcome. Caring for spina bifida during pregnancy allows babies a better chance at walking without support and greatly reduces the need for other surgical and medical interventions after birth.
Lexi's Story: One Year After Fetal Surgery for Spina Bifida
"For an unlucky diagnosis, we've been so lucky for everyone. We couldn't have asked for a better team."
Nationally Known for Excellent Care
- Your Personalized Approach: Each family starts their journey with a nurse coordinator who will be with you every step of the way. This begins with your first phone call (or first appointment) and includes help with coordinating your appointment schedule and answering financial and insurance questions.
- Unsurpassed Neonatal Care: After birth, your baby receives the highest level of care from in our nationally ranked neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) staff, who are highly trained in caring for babies with spina bifida. In fact, we are the largest neonatal network in the U.S., offering the most advanced care to our tiniest patients.
- Pediatric Expertise: You child will continue to see our team of leading pediatric experts throughout their childhood. They are some of the nation’s best and will have been a part of your baby’s care planning since birth. They are all here, in one place, ready to care for you, and your baby.
Meet Our Experts
We bring the experts to you, so you can focus on your baby.
Nationally-renowned specialists in every area come together with extensive training and decades of experience in treating not only spina bifida, but all types of complex fetal conditions. They have dedicated their lives to a single mission: providing the best possible outcome to every family who comes through our doors.
Meet the Fetal Center Care Team
Connect With Our Team
We’re here to help! Our Fetal Care team is ready. Contact us when you learn your baby may have a fetal concern or spina bifida diagnosis. You don’t need a referral.
