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Specialties

Programs & Services

Languages

  • English
  • Hebrew
  • Spanish

Education

Internship

Rabin Medical Center

2014, Petah Tikva, Israel

Residency

Rabin Medical Center

Petah Tikva, Israel

Fellowship

Ultrasound Diagnostics in ObGyn Maternal Fetal Medicine

Tel-Aviv University; Sheba Medical Center

Tel-Aviv; Ramat-Gan, Israel

Fellowship

Fetal Surgery

Baylor College of Medicine

2022, Houston, TX

Professional History

I am an attending physician and fetal surgeon in the Maternal Fetal Care Center at Boston Children’s Hospital. I specialize in diagnosing and managing the care of patients who may require fetal intervention.

I have built my career on the foundation of patient care, research, and education, and have been involved in clinical, research, educational, and leadership activities at both the national and international level.

My clinical work and my patients are always my top priority. I care for my patients as if they were my family members. I encourage them to reach out to me directly with any questions or concerns, and I endeavor to create warm, trustful communication with them. I also take great pride in my work to advance the field of maternal-fetal care. Today, I lead and participate in numerous clinical studies in which I have worked to add information to the existing data, analyze and evaluate current prenatal treatment conventions, offer new perspectives, and construct clinically applicable tools and care recommendations.

I put enormous effort into teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows as assistant professor at Harvard Medical School, where I teach students both in the clinic and the operating room.

I completed my residency at the Rabin Medical Center, Israel's most prestigious university-affiliated medical centers. I received my post-doctoral training in maternal-fetal medicine ultrasound at the Tel-Aviv University and the Sheba Medical Center, the largest hospital in Israel.

I come to Boston Children's from Texas Children's Hospital, where I completed a high-volume perinatal surgery fellowship program and developed my skills in the full breadth of fetal intervention surgeries.

Media

Answers Blog

For Ana Sofia: How one mom found prenatal care for fetal pleural effusion

Ansswers Blog

A partner through amniotic band syndrome: Jace’s story

Answers Blog

Finding comfort and answers for twin-twin transfusion syndrome: Shannon’s story

Publications

  1. Fetoscopic Laser Surgery for Vasa Previa: Feasibility, Safety, and Future Directions. Clin Obstet Gynecol. 2025 Apr 24. View Abstract

  2. Amnioreduction safety in singleton pregnancies; systematic review and meta-analysis. J Perinat Med. 2025 Apr 22. View Abstract

  3. Prenatal Aspiration of Fetal Ovarian Cysts: When to Intervene? A Case Report and Review of the Literature. AJP Rep. 2025 Apr; 15(2):e58-e61. View Abstract

  4. Management and Outcomes in Isolated Congenital Aqueductal Stenosis: A Single-Center Retrospective Cohort Study. Prenat Diagn. 2025 Apr; 45(4):521-530. View Abstract

  5. Associations of Antenatal Corticosteroids With Neurodevelopment in Children Aged 27-30?Months: A Population-Based Cohort Study. BJOG. 2025 Jun; 132(7):902-915. View Abstract

  6. Gestational age at birth varies by surgical technique in prenatal open spina bifida repair: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2025 Jun; 232(6):524-537. View Abstract

  7. Vasa Previa: Prenatal Diagnosis and the Rationale Behind Using a 5 cm Distance from Internal Os. J Clin Med. 2025 Feb 05; 14(3). View Abstract

  8. Response to the Correspondence by Jean-Marie Jouannic et al. to: Prenatal Diagnosis and Postnatal Outcome of Closed Spinal Dysraphism. Prenat Diagn. 2024 Apr;44(4):499-510. Prenat Diagn. 2025 01; 45(1):127-128. View Abstract

  9. Proof of concept testing of a vascular closure device for use in fetal surgery. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2025 Dec; 38(1):2435468. View Abstract

  10. Fetal Teratomas: Advances in Diagnosis and Management. J Clin Med. 2024 Oct 19; 13(20). View Abstract

  11. Prenatal Surgery for Open Fetal Spina Bifida in Patients with Obesity: A Review of Current Evidence and Future Directions. J Clin Med. 2024 Sep 24; 13(19). View Abstract

  12. Poor Response to Gonadotropin Stimulation and Perinatal Outcomes in Fresh In Vitro Fertilization Embryo Transfer Cycles-A Retrospective Cohort Study. J Clin Med. 2024 May 19; 13(10). View Abstract

  13. Vasa previa in singleton pregnancies: diagnosis and clinical management based on an international expert consensus. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2024 Dec; 231(6):638.e1-638.e24. View Abstract

  14. Consensus protocol for management of early and late twin-twin transfusion syndrome: Delphi study. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2024 03; 63(3):371-377. View Abstract

  15. Diagnostic fetoscopy: important resource for prenatal assessment. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2024 02; 63(2):282-283. View Abstract

  16. Mammalian target of rapamycin inhibitors: A new-possible approach for in-utero medication therapy. Prenat Diagn. 2024 01; 44(1):88-98. View Abstract

  17. Predicting adverse perinatal outcomes among gestational diabetes complicated pregnancies using neural network algorithm. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2023 Dec; 36(2):2286928. View Abstract

  18. Prenatal diagnosis and postnatal outcome of closed spinal dysraphism. Prenat Diagn. 2024 04; 44(4):499-510. View Abstract

  19. Antenatal Corticosteroids for Small for Gestational Age in Late Preterm Newborns. Isr Med Assoc J. 2023 Oct; 25(10):683-687. View Abstract

  20. Fetoscopic laser photocoagulation versus expectant management for stage I twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Prenat Diagn. 2023 08; 43(9):1229-1238. View Abstract

  21. Implication of chromosomal microarray analysis prior to in-utero repair of fetal open neural tube defect. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2023 06; 61(6):719-727. View Abstract

  22. Characterization of Suboptimal Responses to Fetoscopic Endoluminal Tracheal Occlusion in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. Fetal Diagn Ther. 2023; 50(2):128-135. View Abstract

  23. Prediction of dual survival following fetoscopic laser photocoagulation for twin-twin transfusion syndrome. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2023 04; 61(4):511-517. View Abstract

  24. Consortium for the Study of Pregnancy Treatments (Co-OPT): An international birth cohort to study the effects of antenatal corticosteroids. PLoS One. 2023; 18(3):e0282477. View Abstract

  25. Maternal and perinatal outcomes of failed prostaglandin induction of labour: A retrospective cohort study. Heliyon. 2023 Jan; 9(1):e13055. View Abstract

  26. Systematic classification and comparison of maternal and obstetrical complications following 2 different methods of fetal surgery for the repair of open neural tube defects. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2023 07; 229(1):53.e1-53.e8. View Abstract

  27. Impact of middle cerebral artery pulsatility index on donor survival in twin-twin transfusion syndrome. Prenat Diagn. 2023 01; 43(1):102-108. View Abstract

  28. Fetoscopic laser surgery for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome in DCTA triplets compared to MCDA twins: collaborative study and literature review. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2022 Dec; 35(26):10348-10354. View Abstract

  29. Pregnancy outcomes following early fetoscopic laser photocoagulation for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome at 16 weeks' gestation. Am J Obstet Gynecol MFM. 2023 01; 5(1):100771. View Abstract

  30. Perinatal outcomes of twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome associated with evidence of twin anemia polycythemia using different standardized definitions. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2022 Dec; 279:45-49. View Abstract

  31. Solomon versus selective fetoscopic laser photocoagulation for twin-twin transfusion syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Prenat Diagn. 2023 01; 43(1):72-83. View Abstract

  32. The correlation between placental histology and microbiologic infection in the diagnosis of chorioamnionitis in preterm delivery. Placenta. 2022 10; 128:18-22. View Abstract

  33. Association between progesterone treatment and neonatal outcome in preterm births: a retrospective analysis. J Obstet Gynaecol. 2022 Oct; 42(7):2826-2832. View Abstract

  34. Maternal and neonatal outcomes following induction of labor for fetal growth restriction: Extra-amniotic balloon versus prostaglandins. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2023 Feb; 160(2):678-684. View Abstract

  35. Perinatal outcomes of fetoscopic laser surgery for twin-twin transfusion syndrome in triplet pregnancy: cohort study, systematic review and meta-analysis. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2022 07; 60(1):42-51. View Abstract

  36. [PEDIATRIC AND ADOLESCENT GYNECOLOGY - VULVAR DISEASES]. Harefuah. 2022 Jul; 161(7):431-436. View Abstract

  37. Surgical management of first-trimester heterotopic dichorionic diamniotic Cesarean scar pregnancy. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2022 06; 59(6):823-824. View Abstract

  38. Prenatal Diagnosis and Management of Thrombocytopenia-Absent Radius Syndrome. Neoreviews. 2022 06 01; 23(6):e429-e433. View Abstract

  39. Fetal reduction of triplet pregnancies to twins vs singletons: a meta-analysis of survival and pregnancy outcome. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2022 09; 227(3):430-439.e5. View Abstract

  40. Iatrogenic chorioamniotic separation and septostomy following fetoscopic laser photocoagulation for twin-twin transfusion syndrome. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2022 04; 59(4):506-512. View Abstract

  41. Single fetal demise following fetoscopic ablation for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome-cohort study, systematic review, and meta-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2022 06; 226(6):843.e1-843.e28. View Abstract

  42. Dichorionic twin pregnancy complicated by duodenal atresia and umbilical cord ulceration with intrauterine fetal demise. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2022 03; 59(3):397-398. View Abstract

  43. Preplacental abruption following laser photocoagulation in monochorionic twin gestations complicated by twin-twin transfusion syndrome. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2022 03; 270:250-251. View Abstract

  44. Efficacy of long-term indomethacin therapy in prolonging pregnancy after fetoscopic laser surgery for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome: a collaborative cohort study. BJOG. 2022 03; 129(4):597-606. View Abstract

  45. Perinatal risk factors of neurodevelopmental impairment after fetoscopic laser photocoagulation for twin-twin transfusion syndrome: systematic review and meta-analysis. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2021 Nov; 58(5):658-668. View Abstract

  46. Twin twin transfusion syndrome with and without selective fetal growth restriction: Predictors of donor demise. Prenat Diagn. 2021 Nov; 41(12):1524-1530. View Abstract

  47. Outcomes of laparoscopy-assisted fetoscopic laser photocoagulation for twin-twin transfusion syndrome: An established alternative for inaccessible anterior placenta. Prenat Diagn. 2021 Nov; 41(12):1582-1588. View Abstract

  48. Prenatal ultrasonographic markers for prediction of complex gastroschisis and adverse perinatal outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed. 2022 Jul; 107(4):371-379. View Abstract

  49. Labor induction in twin pregnancies: Does the perinatal outcome differ according to chorionicity? Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2022 07; 306(1):93-100. View Abstract

  50. Amniocentesis in twin gestation: the association between gestational age at procedure and complications. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2022 05; 305(5):1169-1175. View Abstract

  51. Glucose tolerance test with a single abnormal value in pregnancy and the risk of type-2 diabetes mellitus. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2022 04; 305(4):869-875. View Abstract

  52. Overtreatment of Transient Maternal Hyperthyroidism Resulting in Fetal Goiter. Neoreviews. 2021 08; 22(8):e564-e569. View Abstract

  53. Accurate Diagnosis of Adnexal Torsion-Not Only for Expert Sonographers: A Retrospective Cohort Analysis. J Ultrasound Med. 2022 Mar; 41(3):725-732. View Abstract

  54. Two-port, exteriorized uterus, fetoscopic meningomyelocele closure has fewer adverse neonatal outcomes than open hysterotomy closure. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2021 09; 225(3):327.e1-327.e9. View Abstract

  55. Fetal Lower Urinary Tract Obstruction Complicated by Bladder Perforation. Neoreviews. 2021 04; 22(4):e279-e283. View Abstract

  56. Association of term isolated microcephaly with mode of delivery and perinatal outcome - a retrospective case-control analysis. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth. 2021 Feb 09; 21(1):115. View Abstract

  57. Abnormal nuchal translucency followed by normal microarray analysis is associated with placental pathology-related complications. Prenat Diagn. 2021 Jun; 41(7):855-860. View Abstract

  58. Pharmacological therapy in gestational diabetes - a comparison between insulin and oral therapy. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2022 Dec; 35(25):5071-5079. View Abstract

  59. Frozen-thawed embryo transfer is an independent risk factor for third stage of labor complications. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2021 08; 304(2):531-537. View Abstract

  60. Characterization of women with gestational diabetes who failed to achieve glycemic control by lifestyle modifications. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2021 03; 303(3):677-683. View Abstract

  61. Significant deviations in sonographic fetal weight estimation: causes and implications. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2020 12; 302(6):1339-1344. View Abstract

  62. Pregnancy outcome following fetal reduction from dichorionic twins to singleton gestation. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth. 2020 Jul 03; 20(1):389. View Abstract

  63. Fetal extraction maneuvers during cesarean delivery in the second stage of labor. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2022 Jun; 35(11):2070-2076. View Abstract

  64. The effect of meconium-stained amniotic fluid on perinatal outcome in pregnancies complicated by preterm premature rupture of membranes. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2020 05; 301(5):1181-1187. View Abstract

  65. Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy as a risk factor for preeclampsia. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2020 03; 301(3):655-664. View Abstract

  66. The pre-gestational triglycerides and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio is associated with adverse perinatal outcomes: A retrospective cohort analysis. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2020 Mar; 148(3):375-380. View Abstract

  67. Perinatal outcome in gestational diabetes according to different diagnostic criteria. J Perinat Med. 2019 Jul 26; 47(5):553-557. View Abstract

  68. Single or double needle insertion in twin's amniocentesis: Does the technique influence the risk of complications? Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol X. 2019 Jul; 3:100051. View Abstract

  69. Primary, secondary, and tertiary preventions of preterm birth with cervical cerclage. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2019 08; 300(2):305-312. View Abstract

  70. Perinatal outcome following induction of labor in patients with good glycemic controlled gestational diabetes: does timing matter? Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2019 08; 300(2):299-303. View Abstract

  71. First trimester glycosylated hemoglobin as a predictor of gestational diabetes mellitus. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2019 May; 145(2):158-163. View Abstract

  72. Induction of labor methods in isolated term oligohydramnios. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2019 03; 299(3):765-771. View Abstract

  73. Neonatal outcomes in term pregnancies treated with antenatal corticosteroids for suspected pre-term labor. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2019 02; 299(2):403-409. View Abstract

  74. Updating the amniotic fluid index nomograms according to perinatal outcome. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2020 Jan; 33(1):113-119. View Abstract

  75. Neonatal outcome in gestational-diabetic mothers treated with antenatal corticosteroids delivering at the late preterm and term. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2018 10; 298(4):689-695. View Abstract

  76. Complicated primary cesarean delivery increases the risk for uterine rupture at subsequent trial of labor after cesarean. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2018 08; 298(2):273-277. View Abstract

  77. [DENTAL CARE DURING PREGNANCY]. Harefuah. 2018 May; 157(5):330-334. View Abstract

  78. The association of different progesterone preparations with preterm birth prevention. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2019 Oct; 32(20):3452-3457. View Abstract

  79. Gestational weight gain and weight loss among women with gestational diabetes mellitus. Diabetes Res Clin Pract. 2018 Jul; 141:88-97. View Abstract

  80. The association between pre-pregnancy impaired fasting glucose and adverse perinatal outcome. Diabetes Res Clin Pract. 2018 Jun; 140:148-153. View Abstract

  81. Reply. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2018 01; 218(1):146. View Abstract

  82. Management of premature rupture of membranes at term: the need to correct a recurring mistake in articles, chapters, and recommendations of professional organizations. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2017 12; 217(6):661.e1-661.e3. View Abstract

  83. Cup detachment during vacuum-assisted vaginal delivery and birth outcome. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2017 Nov; 296(5):877-883. View Abstract

  84. Association between prior vaginal birth after cesarean and subsequent labor outcome. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2018 Apr; 31(8):1066-1072. View Abstract

  85. Adverse neonatal and maternal outcome following vacuum-assisted vaginal delivery: does indication matter? Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2017 May; 295(5):1145-1150. View Abstract

  86. Predictors for prolonged interval from premature rupture of membranes to spontaneous onset of labor at term. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2017 Jun; 30(12):1465-1470. View Abstract

  87. Meconium-Stained Amniotic Fluid and Neonatal Morbidity in Low-Risk Pregnancies at Term: The Effect of Gestational Age. Am J Perinatol. 2017 01; 34(2):183-190. View Abstract

  88. Perinatal outcome in women with prolonged premature rupture of membranes at term undergoing labor induction. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2016 11; 294(6):1125-1131. View Abstract

  89. The impact of obstetric gel on the second stage of labor and perineal integrity: a randomized controlled trial. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2016 Sep; 29(18):3024-9. View Abstract

  90. Effect of Meconium-Stained Amniotic Fluid on Perinatal Complications in Low-Risk Pregnancies at Term. Am J Perinatol. 2016 Mar; 33(4):378-84. View Abstract
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