Obstetrics & Gynecology
MSC 10 5580
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131-0001
Phone - (505) 272-4051
The Prenatal Diagnosis Service offers genetic counseling, genetic testing and screening to individuals and couples who are already pregnant or considering a pregnancy. The procedures offered through our service include:
Families who have a history of a genetic disorder, a previous child with a birth defect, or chromosome alteration and couples who have experienced three miscarriages, or women over the age of 35 are encouraged to se up an appointment with our clinic. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please contact the prenatal diagnosis office at 272-6611.
An assessment of a woman’s current health is essential before conception by your physician, midwife, or nurse practitioner. This assessment should include checking the status of her immunity to certain infections and the need for immunization, the presence and status of any medical conditions, reproductive and family history, nutrition status, and risk of genetic disease:
Kimberly Leslie, M.D., Professor and Chief, Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and Genetics Medical Director of the Women's Ultrasound and Genetics
Unit Valerie Rappaport, M.D., Associate Professor of Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Lisa Moore, M.D., Assistant Professor of Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Rebecca Hall, Ph.D., Associate Professor Clinical Director of Resident/Fellow Ultrasound Program Cathy
Kathy Morris, MS, CGC, Senior Genetics Counselor Prenatal Diagnosis Genetics Center brochure