Roopali Varma Donepudi

Roopali Varma Donepudi, M.D. is an Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas. She specializes in Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Fetal Therapy, with leadership roles as Fellowship Program Director for both Perinatal Surgery and Fetal Intervention.

• MBBS, Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, India (2005)
• Internship, Internal Medicine, Saint Louis University (2006)
• Residency, University of Tennessee Health Science Center (2010)
• Fellowship, Montefiore Medical Center (2013)
• Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship, UT Health Science Center at Houston (2016)

Dr. Donepudi's research and clinical work focus on fetal surgery, prenatal diagnosis, and ultrasound imaging, with particular expertise in spina bifida, neural tube defects, and twin pregnancies. She is deeply committed to medical education, leading simulation programs and curriculum development for residents and fellows. Her work in obstetric ultrasound simulation has significantly enhanced training quality.

Her recent publications highlight advancements in fetoscopic techniques, maternal outcomes, and biomarker correlations in fetal anomalies. Key themes include minimally invasive fetal surgery, neonatal outcomes, and intervention safety.

Scientific Awards and Honors:

• Fellow of American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
• Recipient of Dean's Teaching Excellence Award
• Young Investigator’s Award - International Fetal Medicine and Surgery Society
• Houston Rising Star

Dr. Donepudi is actively involved in mentoring trainees and advancing fetal therapy education. She has contributed to major research grants and collaborative studies in fetal surgery, though specific grant details are not listed. Her leadership in fellowship training underscores her role in shaping the next generation of maternal-fetal medicine specialists.

She is a key member of the fetal surgery team at Baylor College of Medicine, collaborating with experts in fetal intervention, neonatology, and neurosurgery to deliver comprehensive care and innovate in prenatal therapies.