Advanced Practical Training in Maternal–Fetal Medicine

Join leading international experts in fetal medicine for an intensive two-day hands-on training course in fetal invasive procedures and fetal therapy, led by Professor Asma Khalil, an internationally recognised leader in maternal–fetal medicine.

Following a fully subscribed September 2026 edition, this December course brings the same intensive, hands-on training format to London, now further enhanced with an updated simulation platform and expanded practical content. Designed to provide an immersive and clinically relevant learning experience, it combines evidence-based lectures, real clinical case discussions and high-fidelity simulation training.

Participants will develop the technical skills, procedural accuracy and clinical judgement required to perform complex maternal–fetal procedures with greater confidence and safety.

Date: December 5-6, 2026

Location: RCOG, London

Format: Two-day, on-site, hands-on

Programme

Day 1: Diagnostic Fetal Invasive Procedures

Module 1: Indications, Counselling and Diagnostic Techniques

Diagnostic procedures (amniocentesis, CVS, amnioreduction, etc.): indications, technical aspects, risks and outcomes

Caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy: indications and technical aspects

Intrauterine transfusion (IUT): indications, technical aspects, risks and outcomes

Panel discussion: managing complications following invasive procedures

Hands-on training: amniocentesis and CVS simulation stations

Module 2: Fetal Shunts and Advanced Diagnostic Topics

Fetal shunts: indications and technical aspects

Prenatal repair of spina bifida

Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS)

Chorioangioma: indications, technical aspects, risks and outcomes

Cystoscopy: indications, technical aspects, risks and outcomes

Hands-on training: practical stations, followed by case discussion and a short quiz

Day 2: Therapeutic Fetal Interventions

Module 3: Advanced Therapeutic Procedures

Techniques for fetal reduction: radiofrequency ablation (RFA)

Techniques for fetal reduction: intrafetal laser and microwave ablation

Techniques for fetal reduction: cord occlusion

Seldinger technique

Fetal tumours and arteriovenous malformations

Fetal valvuloplasty: indications and technical aspects

Hands-on training: extended advanced-intervention simulation stations

Hands-on Simulation Stations

Across the two days, participants rotate through high-fidelity simulation stations covering:

Amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling (CVS)

Cordocentesis and fetal blood transfusion

Intrauterine transfusion (IUT)

Fetal reduction techniques

Fetal shunts (lung and bladder)

TTTS (posterior approach)

Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH)

Cystoscopy

Chorioangioma

Caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy

Ablation techniques

"Bull's Eye – Hit the Target" needle-guidance exercise

Course Highlights

Second edition of a well-established, fully subscribed hands-on course

Updated simulation platform and expanded practical training

Intensive two-day practical format

Small-group learning with direct faculty interaction

Real clinical cases and expert discussion

Strong focus on both technical skills and clinical decision-making

Who Should Attend

Obstetricians and gynaecologists

Maternal–fetal medicine specialists

Fetal medicine fellows

Clinicians involved in prenatal diagnosis and fetal therapy

A basic background in obstetric ultrasound and prenatal diagnosis is recommended.

Registration

On-site attendance is limited to 50 participants and includes full access to hands-on training, course materials, coffee breaks and lunch. Special rates are available for group bookings of three or more participants.

For any questions regarding registration or if you require visa support, please contact the organisers at education@gefoghealthfoundation.org.

Certificate of Attendance

Certificates of attendance will be issued to participants who attend the course and complete the feedback form.

Supported By

This educational event is supported by GE HealthCare (https://www.gehealthcare.com/en?srsltid=AfmBOorGd3KljZLYPxR0OJi6HyuElhqR-d5HRPRhHchF3KQ3Tg10eAyY), Samsung Healthcare (https://www.samsunghealthcare.com/en) and MIS Healthcare. (https://www.mishealthcare.co.uk/)

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