Overview
Howard Kaufman, DO, is a UW Health maternal-fetal medicine doctor and serves as the director of labor and delivery and the neonatal intensive are unit (NICU) at Women and Children’s Hospital in Rockford. Dr. Kaufman provides care to expectant mothers with high-risk pregnancies.Dr. Kaufman diagnoses and treats prenatal conditions, hypertensive disorders, gestational diabetes, preterm labor and other pregnancy complications. He also offers fetal therapy (treatments for fetal abnormalities) and amniocentesis (a procedure used to identify genetic conditions).Recognizing that most of his patients face tough circumstances, Dr. Kaufman strives to provide compassionate, individualized care for expecting mothers and their families. Through open communication and shared decision-making, Dr. Kaufman helps his patients, and their loved ones, navigate difficult pregnancies and achieve positive outcomes.Dr. Kaufman is a distinguished fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology and serves as the chair of both the quality for women’s health and medical education.Outside of work, Dr. Kaufman enjoys photography, cooking and spending quality time with family and friends.There is nothing more important than the health and well-being of one’s family and every member deserves respectful, compassionate care.
His clinical expertise encompasses Premature Infant and ABO Incompatibility.
Dr. Kaufman is currently accepting new patients.
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1350 Charles St, Rockford, IL 61104
Women And Children's Hospital Maternal-Fetal Medicine Clinic
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Howard K. Kaufman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Howard K. Kaufman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Howard K. Kaufman by calling their office at 779-696-4970. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Howard K. Kaufman a top-rated expert for Premature Infant?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Howard K. Kaufman is classified as an Experienced expert for Premature Infant, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Howard K. Kaufman specialize in?
While Dr. Howard K. Kaufman is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Premature Infant, ABO Incompatibility. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.
Does Dr. Howard K. Kaufman accept my insurance?
Dr. Howard K. Kaufman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 779-696-4970 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- ABO IncompatibilityDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about ABO Incompatibility.
- Premature InfantDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Premature Infant.