Terry Harper, MD
Professor of Clinical Practice
Director Colorado Fetal Care Center
Division Chief
Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Welcome to the first edition of our CU MFM e-newsletter! As we step into spring, our commitment to advancing Maternal-Fetal Medicine remains stronger than ever. Our hope with this quarterly communication is to provide you with the latest updates and insights from our team, share program developments and communicate current ACOG/SMFM recommendations. We strive to provide you with relevant information and tools that support your work and enhances patient care.
Thank you for joining us on this journey towards excellence in Maternal-Fetal health. We are grateful for your trust in our division and your shared passion for care of our high-risk pregnant population. We would not exist if it were not for you, our incredible partners.
Sincerely,
Terry Harper, MD
Division Chief, University of Colorado Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Director, Colorado Fetal Care Center
Diabetes Management Program
We pride ourselves on partnering with you to provide specialized and comprehensive care for pregnant patients with diabetes-related complications. Services include:
- initial consultations with maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) providers and dietitians
- regular remote glucose log reviews
- medication management
- serial ultrasound/provider follow-up to ensure compliance optimization
We treat patients with all forms of diabetes (e.g. A1GDM, A2GDM, and Type II DM) with specified plans including diet teaching, medication monitoring, and telehealth consultations. The program accepts all insurance yet advise patients to verify coverage with their insurance carrier.
To refer a patient or for more information, call (303) 315-6100 or fax (303) 468-3481.
Click on bios below to learn about our world-class Diabetes Educators!
Amy Wehbe,
MS, RD, CDCES, BC-ADM
Certified Diabetes Educator & Registered Dietitian
Jenifer Kruse,
RDN, CDCES, ACSM-CPT, MS
Certified Diabetes Educator & Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Vaccine Update
The ABRYSVO vaccine, approved by the FDA in August 2023, is a single dose IM injection recommended for pregnant individuals at 32-36 weeks gestational age to prevent respiratory tract disease in infants caused by RSV. The vaccine should not be administered before 32 weeks or after 36 weeks, 6 days of pregnancy, due to potential risks such as pre-term birth for earlier administration and insufficient time for antibody transfer for later administration. In cases where pregnant individuals are outside this gestational window, it's advised that their newborns receive the RSV monoclonal antibody, Nirsevimab (Beyfortus). It should be administered only to those whose baby would be born during RSV season, September through March.
ABRYSVO is available in single dose or 5-dose vials and should be refrigerated. The most common adverse reactions in pregnant patients include injection site pain, headache, muscle pain, and nausea. Infants may experience low birth weight and jaundice. It's covered by Medicaid and commercial insurance.
For more information, please visit the CDC's Emergency Preparedness and Response page, the CDC's FAQ about RSV Vaccine for Pregnant People, and the AMA's update on the 2024 immunization schedule.
Meet Our New Physicians!
We are pleased to introduce three amazing additions to our division. Please click link to view our team member bios.
Contact your CU MFM Physicians Relations Representative
Kelly Clark, RN
Senior Physician Relations Representative
I am your dedicated resource and liaison to the Maternal-Fetal Medicine division at the University of Colorado. My role is to provide comprehensive support for you and your patients, acting as a direct channel to our expert providers, clinical and support staff. I also facilitate regular educational events to keep you informed on the latest advances in the field of maternal-fetal medicine. If you're not already receiving notifications for our education programs and would like to join our email list, please email me at Kelly.Clark@ChildrensColorado.org.
We Value Your Feedback!
We invite you to share your thoughts, experiences and suggestions related to our content and services. Do you have any questions or topics you'd like us to cover in future editions or educational events? Are there any success stories or challenges in Maternal-Fetal Medicine that you'd like to see featured? Have you experienced issues, concerns or discrepancies with our services? Please email Kelly Clark, Kelly.Clark@ChildrensColorado.org, or fill out our online form. Your input helps us tailor our content and educational offerings to better serve your needs and interests. Join the conversation and be a part of shaping our community!
