The Maternal Fetal Medicine referral process and referral forms are now available. Please see below for the process/pathways and referral form link:
The Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) process/pathways form is now available.
The MFM referral form is now available.
Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) Referral Process/Pathways
Referrals to PG MFM:
Complete MFM Referral Form 10-030-5081 and fax to PG MFM for triage.
- Fax Central Intake: 250-565-5534
- Booking clerk phone number: 250-645-6354
Referral criteria list on MFM Referral Form page 2
- Fetal complications will be prioritized, further capacity for other cases will be determined based on volume of referrals
- All fetal concerns excluding fetal malformations will go directly to PG MFM for triage (i.e., multiple gestation, fetal growth restriction, oligohydramnios, fetal anatomy not well seen on outside scan), with further re-direction to general OB/Gyn or BCWH MFM when appropriate
- Maternal conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or TOLAC counselling go to general OB/Gyn first. If additional complications are present, may be redirected to PG MFM
Referrals to BC Women’s Hospital MFM or Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy Service (FDS) may still be indicated:
BCWH MFM Referral
- Phone 604-875-2162 and fax 604-875-3255
- Would be indicated for cases needing fetal therapy, such as advanced TTTS or fetal anemia needing intrauterine transfusion
- Triaged by BCWH MFM and booked in Vancouver
- If unsure where to send, may refer to PG MFM and will be redirected to BCWH MFM if needed
FDS Referral – Still indicated for all fetal malformations on ultrasound
- Phone 604-875-2848 and fax 604-875-3484
- Triaged by genetic counsellor at BCWH and booked with PG MFM
Local (PG/NI) non-urgent consultation or advice calls:
- Could be to clarify if MFM consultation indicated or for image reviews for example
- To go through PG MFM voicemail: Phone: 250-645-6985
- If no call back within 2 business days and answer is time sensitive, call should then be made to BCWH MFM given 24/7 phone coverage
Urgent/emergency referrals and after-hours consultation:
If case can be managed by general OB/Gyn while awaiting MFM consultation, call on-call PG OB/Gyn who will then arrange consultation with PG MFM when appropriate.
If MFM input required for case management, call BCWH MFM
- BCWH switchboard 604-875-2424 and ask to talk to MFM on call