Infant of a Diabetic Mother
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The term infant of a diabetic mother refers to a newborn whose mother had diabetes during pregnancy, whether preexisting or gestational, a situation that requires special monitoring of the baby in the first days.
Why it is monitored: The mother's glucose levels during pregnancy can influence the newborn's development and adaptation after birth.
Aspects that are assessed: Birth weight, the baby's glucose levels, and overall progress in the first hours and days are usually observed.
Which specialist cares for it? The neonatologist and the pediatrician support the newborn, while the endocrinologist contributes expertise in the management of diabetes. Close professional follow-up makes it possible to care for the baby and provide reassurance to the family.
Data on 540 doctors who treat infant of a diabetic mother
Which specialist treats infant of a diabetic mother?
An infant of a diabetic mother is cared for by a Pediatrician, with support from a Neonatologist; a Pediatric Endocrinologist or a Pediatric Nephrologist may be involved depending on complications, and a Pathologist supports with laboratory studies.
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Doctors specialized in infant of a diabetic mother
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Naomi Bouchain Barajas
Frequently asked questions
What is infant of a diabetic mother?
The term infant of a diabetic mother refers to a newborn whose mother had diabetes during pregnancy, whether preexisting or gestational, a situation that requires special monitoring of the baby in the first days.
Which doctor treats infant of a diabetic mother?
An infant of a diabetic mother is cared for by a Pediatrician, with support from a Neonatologist; a Pediatric Endocrinologist or a Pediatric Nephrologist may be involved depending on complications, and a Pathologist supports with laboratory studies.