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Advancing Fetal Therapy Through Collaboration and Innovation
Who We Are
The North American Fetal Therapy Network (NAFTNet) is a global voluntary association of 57 leading medical centers across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and South America dedicated to advancing the field of fetal therapy through collaboration, research, and education. NAFTNet member centers include both academic and community-based fetal treatment units that specialize in advanced in-utero therapeutic procedures. Multidisciplinary teams work together to provide highly specialized, patient-centered care for complex fetal conditions. These teams bring together expertise in maternal-fetal medicine, pediatric surgery, neonatology, pediatric cardiology, fetal imaging, clinical genetics, anesthesiology, and perinatal pathology — ensuring coordinated care and the best possible outcomes for patients and families.
Our Mission
NAFTNet is committed to:
- Supporting fetal therapy centers through collaboration and knowledge-sharing
- Advancing research and innovation in fetal diagnosis and intervention
- Promoting education and training to strengthen the future of fetal therapy
NAFTNet member centers are experienced in selective fetal interventions for conditions including open neural tube defects, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, cystic lung lesions, lower urinary tract obstruction, and complications of monochorionic twin pregnancies, such as twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome.
Note: Additional fetal treatment centers in North America may exist that are not currently members of NAFTNet.
Upcoming Webinar
MEETINGS
The NAFTNet Fall Meeting was held on October 15-16, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois, bringing together fetal therapy professionals for two days of collaboration, education, and networking. Thank you to our sponsors, attendees, presenters, and organizers for making the meeting a success. We look forward to continuing the conversation at the NAFTNet Spring Meeting on Friday, April 16, 2027, which will be held virtually.
Research
At NAFTNet, research is at the heart of improving fetal and maternal care. Our network supports innovative, multicenter studies focused on advancing fetal therapy and improving outcomes for families facing complex prenatal diagnoses. Explore our active research projects, and learn how NAFTNet members are shaping the future of fetal medicine.
Donate
Support the continued growth and impact of NAFTNet by contributing to our mission. Your donation helps advance industry research, expand educational opportunities, and strengthen our vibrant network of professionals. Together, we can foster innovation, share knowledge, and build a stronger future for the transfer and finishing community. Every contribution makes a meaningful difference—thank you for your support
Questions?
NAFTNet Meetings
The NAFTNet Spring and Fall Meetings brings together multidisciplinary leaders in fetal therapy to share knowledge, advance collaborative research, and shape the future of fetal intervention care. This annual gathering provides a focused forum for clinical updates, research collaboration, education, and strategic discussion across NAFTNet centers.
Designed for physicians, surgeons, researchers, nurses, coordinators, and trainees within NAFTNet Centers, the Fall Meeting emphasizes practical insights, data-driven discussion, and meaningful connection within the NAFTNet community.
THANK YOU TO OUR MEETING SPONSORS
