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New Zealand Maternal Fetal Medicine Network (NZMFMN) - Christchurch
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Description
Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) is a branch of Women’s Health which includes high-risk pregnancy where the mother or baby or both has a problem. For most women the expectation is that pregnancy will be a happy time without problems and most will not need MFM services. However for the women who do these services are provided throughout New Zealand.
Click on the following link to view the New Zealand Maternal Fetal Medicine Network (NZMFMN) homepage.
Common Questions about NZMFMN:
- What happens if there is a problem with my baby?
- When will I be seen?
- What will happen at the MFM unit?
- What about my LMC?
- Babies with heart problems
- Useful Links for Patient Support
NZMFMN Christchurch
The Fetal Medicine Unit (part of the NZMFMN) for the South Island is based at Christchurch Women's Hospital.
Midwives
- Mary Campbell - Lead Midwife
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Fiona DeRyke – Midwife
- Angela Williamson - Midwife
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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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.
Information
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Welcome to the New Zealand Maternal Fetal Medicine Network (NZMFMN)
This Network was established in 2009 with support from the Ministry of Health to promote excellent MFM services around New Zealand and support maternity healthcare providers in District Health Boards.… More
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Catchment area for NZMFMN - Christchurch
Map of the NZMFMN Christchurch catchment area.
DHBs in the NZMFMN Christchurch catchment area include: West Coast, Canterbury, South Canterbury, Otago and Southland.… More
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Conditions to Refer to NZMFMN Christchurch
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Guidelines
Please click on the following link to view Guidelines on the NZMFMN homepage More
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Patient Information Leaflets
Please click on the following link to view patient information leaflets on the NZMFMN homepage. More
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Referral Form
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What Teaching Opportunities Are Coming up at NZMFMN
Please click on the following link to view what teaching opportunities are coming up at NZMFMN, on the NZMFMN homepage. More
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Waiting Times
Referrals to Fetal Medicine are triaged each day and we endeavour to provide appointments or contact the woman or referrer to discuss the case.… More
Charges
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
Refreshments
There are cafes on the Christchurch Hospital campus.
Travel Directions
Christchurch Women's Hospital is based alongside the central Christchurch Hospital site on Riccarton Ave.
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 area is on the corner of Antigua St and Tuam St, close to the hospital, for unlimited parking time. There is a charge. There is a minivan shuttle from the carpark to the hospital. Please check about the parking area as this can change with the new building development in Christchurch.
Accommodation
Please contact Fetal Medicine (03) 364 4557 to discuss accommodation if you are from out of town.
There are several options close by including Motels, YMCA, Ronald McDonald House and Ranui House.
Pharmacy
Parkside Pharmacy (retail) is sited within the entrance to Christchurch Hospital.
Contact Details
Phone
(03) 364 4557
Fax
(03) 364 4411
Email
Website
Emergency Phone (03) 364 4699
Postal Address
Fetal Medicine Unit
Ground Floor
Christchurch Women's Hospital
2 Riccarton Ave
Private Bag 4711
Christchurch
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This page was last updated at 2:27PM on April 24, 2018. This information is reviewed and edited by New Zealand Maternal Fetal Medicine Network (NZMFMN) - Christchurch.