Michael A Belfort

Michael A Belfort is the Ernst W. Bertner Chair and Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Baylor College of Medicine, with additional professorial appointments in Anesthesiology and Surgery. He serves as Obstetrician and Gynecologist-in-Chief at Texas Children's Hospital and its Pavilion for Women, and is Co-Director of the Perinatal Surgery Fellowship.

• Ernst W. Bertner Chair/Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Baylor College of Medicine
• Professor, Anesthesiology, Baylor College of Medicine
• Professor, Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine
• Obstetrician and Gynecologist-in-Chief, Texas Children's Hospital
• Co-Director, Perinatal Surgery Fellowship, Baylor College of Medicine

Dr. Belfort earned his MBBCH, MD, and PhD from the University of Cape Town, completed residencies in Obstetrics and Gynecology in South Africa, and a Maternal-Fetal Medicine fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Maternal-Fetal Medicine and holds multiple state medical licenses.

His research focuses on maternal-fetal physiology, particularly cerebral hemodynamics in preeclampsia, fetal surgery outcomes, placenta accreta, and obstetric complications. He has extensively studied the use of Doppler ultrasound in predicting preeclampsia and cerebral perfusion changes during pregnancy.

His recent publications highlight work in twin-twin transfusion syndrome, fetal lower urinary tract obstruction, gastroschisis, and spina bifida, reflecting a strong trend toward improving prenatal diagnosis and intervention for complex fetal conditions.

Dr. Belfort has contributed to major clinical guidelines, including the 2024 international Delphi consensus on LUTO management. His work bridges clinical practice, research, and education in maternal-fetal medicine.

• Board Certification, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Maternal-Fetal Medicine)
• Board Certification, South African Medical Council
• Board Certification, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in Canada
• Board Certification, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, London
• Licenses: Texas, California, Georgia, Illinois, Utah

As Co-Director of the Perinatal Surgery Fellowship, Dr. Belfort plays a key role in training the next generation of maternal-fetal medicine specialists. His research has been supported through institutional and clinical grants, though specific grant details are not listed. His work continues to influence clinical protocols in high-risk obstetrics and fetal intervention.

He leads a multidisciplinary team focused on perinatal surgery and high-risk pregnancy management at one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals.