New Zealand Maternal Fetal Medicine Network (NZMFMN) - Christchurch

Description

Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) is an Obstetric subspecialty and our service provides maternity care for women with complex medical conditions, either due to a maternal condition or a fetal abnormality. Our Women’s Outpatients department provides information, assessment, diagnosis and pregnancy management which includes fetal procedures and or therapies when indicated.

We accept referrals from LMC’s, GP’s and or consultants within the Canterbury and West Coast catchment area. All other South Island referrals must come via a Consultant Obstetrician to activate the referral process and enable ongoing appropriate care.

Click on the following link to view the New Zealand Maternal Fetal Medicine Network (NZMFMN) homepage.

Common Questions about NZMFMN:

NZMFMN Christchurch

The Fetal Medicine Unit (part of the NZMFMN) for the South Island is based at Christchurch Women's Hospital.

Midwives

To contact our midwives:  Phone (03) 364 4557 or contact us at fetalmedicine@cdhb.health.nz

Referral Expectations

Referrals to Fetal Medicine need to be made by your midwife (LMC), doctor (GP) or Consultant.

Each referral is dealt with on an individual basis and an appointment is made with consideration of the patient's needs. 

You will be advised of the appointment either by phone, text or mail. We are always happy to discuss appointments and will try to fit in with you.

We accept referrals from LMC’s, GP’s and or consultants within the Canterbury and West Coast  catchment area. All other South Island referrals must come via a Consultant Obstetrician to activate the referral process and enable ongoing appropriate care.

Fees and Charges Description

Maternity care is free for New Zealand citizens and residents. Click on the following link for More information on the cost of Maternity care in New Zealand

Hours

Mon – Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Information

Welcome to the New Zealand Maternal Fetal Medicine Network (NZMFMN)
Catchment area for NZMFMN - Christchurch
Guidelines
Patient information leaflets
Waiting times

Travel Directions

Christchurch Women's Hospital is based alongside the central Christchurch Hospital site on Riccarton Ave.

The Fetal Medicine Unit along with Radiology is located opposite the cafe on the Ground floor of Christchurch Women's Hospital.

Public Transport

See www.metroinfo.co.nz for buses that stop at Christchurch Hospital.

Parking

Parking around Christchurch Hospital is metered and limited to 2 hours.

The hospital public parking is limited.  There is a minivan shuttle from the Dean Ave carpark to the hospital and these shuttles leave approximately every 15 minutes.  Please check about the parking area as this can change with the new building development in Christchurch.

Pharmacy

Parkside Pharmacy (retail) is sited within the entrance to Christchurch Hospital.

Other

Links to useful information for all pregnant women

Website

www.healthpoint.co.nz/public/wahi-rua-new-zealand-maternal-fetal-medicine/

https://healthpoint.co.nz/public/obstetrics-maternity/new-zealand-maternal-fetal-medicine-network-1/