Spina bifida is a type of neural tube defect, meaning that a fetus’ developing spine and spinal cord don’t fully form and ...

Hypospadias affects the urethra, foreskin and curvature of the penis, and is usually altered in surgery as a baby.

For some families, the joy of a new baby comes with unexpected challenges: About 3% of US newborns — roughly 1 in 33 — have a birth defect each year. While it might seem scary, the good news is that ...

As one of the world’s first fetal surgeons, Diana Farmer has long been focused on the smallest of patients. She specializes in treating birth defects inside and outside of the womb, treating ...