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Fetal Cardiology

Our fetal cardiology program allows for the detection of congenital heart defects before birth, often as early as 15 weeks of gestation.

Our fetal cardiology program has expert pediatric cardiologists with specialized training and years of experience to provide the best diagnosis and closely monitor the baby’s overall health. Prenatal diagnosis also allows parents to carefully plan for the baby’s delivery and ensure a smooth transition to the necessary specialists after birth.

When fetal interventions are recommended the specialist from Jackson Health System and UHealth – University of Miami Health System work together to care for both mother and baby under one roof. This unique collaboration ensures that families receive seamless, coordinated care in a single, convenient location at Holtz Children’s Hospital —something no other medical center in Miami-Dade offers.

Our multidisciplinary care team may include:

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Our fetal cardiology program has expert pediatric cardiologists with specialized training and years of experience to provide the best diagnosis and closely monitor the baby’s overall health. Prenatal diagnosis also allows parents to carefully plan for the baby’s delivery and ensure a smooth transition to the necessary specialists after birth.

When fetal interventions are recommended the specialist from Jackson Health System and UHealth – University of Miami Health System work together to care for both mother and baby under one roof. This unique collaboration ensures that families receive seamless, coordinated care in a single, convenient location at Holtz Children’s Hospital —something no other medical center in Miami-Dade offers.

Our multidisciplinary care team may include:

Our Team

This team ensures that both mother and baby receive the most advanced family-centered care. Our multidisciplinary approach allows our experts to review each case and work collaboratively to determine the best care plan.

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My Jackson Miracle

When Jackie and Jason Castro learned they were expecting their second child, they were overjoyed. But prenatal testing revealed a diagnosis of a congenital heart defect. Their son would need heart surgery early in life.

Under the care of Dr. Madeleen Mas, medical director of pediatric cardiology, and Dr. Leonardo Mulinari, chief of pediatric and congenital heart surgery, the Castors’ received specialized prenatal care to prepare for Joshua’s arrival. In the months following his birth, he faced a series of health challenges that required expert, multidisciplinary care.

Thanks to the dedicated specialists at Holtz Children’s Hospital, Joshua underwent life-saving heart surgery and went home just five days later. His story is one of resilience, expert care, and hope. Read more about his journey and the team that helped him and his family.

Patient Stories

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Comprehensive Pediatric Heart Care from Womb to Adulthood

Expertise, innovation, collaboration, and family-centered care shape our mission to provide exceptional cardiac treatment for children with congenital or acquired heart disease.