Union Hospital is the area leader for treating high-risk pregnancy patients. The 24/7 availability of anesthesiologists, OB hospitalists, and neonatologists at Union Hospital - as well as advanced certification - means that we are prepared for even the most serious of pregnancy complications.
A high-risk pregnancy is one where your or your baby’s life could be threatened by complications. There are many factors that can make a pregnancy high-risk, such as:
- Advanced maternal age
- Existing health conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or obesity
- Pregnancy of multiples (twins, triplets, etc.)
- Prior history of pregnancy complications
- Unhealthy lifestyle, such as smoking, drinking alcohol, or taking illicit drugs
Dr. Mary Abernathy is considered one of the country's top doctors in the field of Maternal/Fetal Medicine. Talk to your OBGYN or primary care provider if your pregnancy has been classified high-risk to be scheduled with Dr. Abernathy.
Regardless of the reason for your pregnancy being classified as high-risk, Union Health provides advanced support before, during, and after birth.