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Black MFM specialists: high-risk pregnancy care. Black pregnancies carry 3 times higher maternal mortality risk, so MFM care is essential for high-risk cases.

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Maintained by the Black Health editorial team · Updated June 2026

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What to know about Black Maternal-Fetal Medicine care

Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialists are OB-GYNs with three additional years of training in complicated pregnancies: preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, placental disorders, cervical insufficiency, fetal anomalies. Given that Black birthing people face 3 times higher mortality and 2 times higher severe maternal morbidity (CDC, 2023), MFM involvement is often critical for pregnancies complicated by chronic hypertension, diabetes, or prior pregnancy losses. Only about 3 percent of MFMs are Black.

When MFM is involved

  • Chronic hypertension or diabetes pre-pregnancy
  • Prior preeclampsia or HELLP syndrome
  • Prior preterm birth or second-trimester loss
  • Multiples (twins, triplets)
  • Fetal anomaly on ultrasound
  • Age 35+ with other risk factors

Advocacy prompts

  • Given my history, should I be on low-dose aspirin from 12 weeks?
  • What's my preeclampsia-prevention plan?
  • How will we monitor baby's growth, and at what interval?

Cities with Black Maternal-Fetal Medicine

ATLANTA, GA 1 provider COLTON, CA 1 provider

Related conditions

  • Preeclampsia , Higher incidence in Black women vs. white women

Frequently asked questions

How do I find a Black Mfm in the US?

Use the search and filter tools on this page to browse verified Black Mfms in the US. You can filter by telehealth, insurance accepted, and whether the Mfm is accepting new patients. If the list is short, consider virtual options as many Black Mfms serve patients statewide or nationwide.

Are there virtual or telehealth Black Mfms serving the US?

Yes. Many Black Mfms offer telehealth appointments in addition to or instead of in-person visits. Use the telehealth filter on this page to see providers who offer virtual care, which can expand your options significantly if local availability is limited.

Why does seeing a Black Mfm matter?

Research consistently shows that racial concordance between patients and their care team is associated with better communication, greater trust, and improved health outcomes. Patients who share a racial or cultural background with their Mfm often report feeling more understood and are more likely to follow through on care plans.

What should I ask a Mfm before working with them?

Ask whether they are accepting new patients, what insurance they accept, and whether they offer telehealth or in-person visits. It is also worth asking about their experience with conditions relevant to you, their communication style, and how they handle after-hours questions or urgent concerns.

Do Black Mfms in the US accept insurance or Medicaid?

Many Black Mfms listed in this directory accept major insurance plans and some accept Medicaid or Medicare. Use the insurance and Medicaid filters on this page to narrow your search. Contact the provider directly to confirm your specific plan is accepted before scheduling.

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