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Behavioral Science Core

Brain Imaging Core

Cellular Morphology Core

Genetics Core

Animal Behavior Core

Instrument Development Laboratory Core

Thomas J. Benedetti, M.D., M.H.A.

Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Research Affiliate, Center on Human Development and Disability
benedeti@uw.edu
206-543-3729
University of Washington
Box 356460
Seattle, WA 98195-6460

Dr. Benedetti's clinical and research interests include complications of multiple births, prevention of prematurity, fetal birth injuries related to method of delivery, shoulder dystocia, and fetal macrosomia, wherein the newborn is large for its gestational age, most commonly as a result of maternal diabetes. He is also interested in fetal birth injuries and method of delivery and in obstetric health care delivery systems.

His current research includes the benefits and risks of fish consumption during pregnancy and the potential fetal effects of high maternal mercury exposure, such as on premature delivery.

Thomas Benedetti's UW Medicine web page

University of Washington • Center on Human Development and Disability Box 357920 • Seattle WA 98195-7920 USA • 206-543-7701 •chdd@uw.edu