Courtney Stephenson, DO
Maternal and Fetal Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Courtney Stephenson
Title
Director of Fetoscopic Intervention
Biography
Dr. Stephenson specializes in unique fetal procedures that only a select group of physicians worldwide can perform. In October 2007, she sought out extensive training in treating Twin-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS) through fetoscopic laser ablation at the Cincinnati Fetal Center under Dr. Timothy Crombleholme’s mentorship. In 2010, Dr. Stephenson was the first woman to establish a fetal care center in the U.S. and served for years as the sole operating surgeon in the southeast region. In 2012, she published the first microwave ablation procedure during pregnancy to save fetuses affected by TRAP sequence. Since 2010, she has performed fetoscopic laser ablation procedures for advanced stage TTTS, addressing risks like recipient cardiomyopathy or donor fetal growth restriction (IUGR). With 81.2% of her TTTS patients having cardiomyopathy, 48% having IUGR, there was a 92% survival rate at birth for fetal survivors. Beyond TTTS, her extensive experience includes over 180 fetoscopic surgeries, 1,400 complex ultrasound procedures (including shunts, thoracentesis, vesicocentesis, and microwave ablation), and over 4,000 ultrasound-guided procedures. In addition, Dr. Stephenson has presented her cases internationally, showcasing her expertise and contributions to the field. Dr. Stephenson’s work stands as a testament to her commitment to advancing the field of fetal medicine and improving outcomes for both mothers and babies.
Locations
- Cleveland Clinic Children's Outpatient Center
- 8950 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106
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- Westlake Medical Campus Building A
- 850 Columbia Road, Westlake, OH 44145
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- Middleburg Heights Family Health Center
- 17840 Bagley Road, Middlebrg Hts, OH 44130
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- Fairview Medical Office Building
- 18099 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44111
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- Lakewood Medical Building
- 1450 Belle Avenue, Lakewood, OH 44107
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: NYU School of Medicine, 2004
- Residency: New York- Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, 2001
- Medical Education: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, 1997
- Undergraduate: Fairfield University, 1993
Board Certifications
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2008
- Obstetrics & Gynecology: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2006
Additional Training
Advanced Training:
Fetoscopic treatment of Twin-to-Twin Transfusion, Cincinnati Children’s Fetal Care Center,
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center,
Cincinnati, OH
Fellowship − Maternal-Fetal Medicine, New York University
School of Medicine, NYU Langone Tisch Hospital,
New York, NY
Residency − Obstetrics and Gynecology, New York
Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, Affiliate of Weill
Medical College of Cornell University, Brooklyn, NY
Awards
- Top 100 Registry Q4 Doctor of the Year, 2021
- America's Most Honored Doctors - Top 1%. Castel & Connoly, The American Registry, 2021
- Exceptional Women in Medicine. Castle and Connolly, Medical LTD, 2018-2021
- Leading Physicians of the World. The Waiting Room, Find a Top Doctor Magazine, 2020
- America's Most Honored Professionals, Top 5%. Castle and Connolly, The American Registry, 2019, 2018
- Winner Dancing with the Stars 2019, Raised over $117,000. Charlotte Ballet Gala, 2019
- Top Doctor of North Carolina
- Best Doctors, Inc, 2016-2019
- Top Doctor in America. Castle and Connolly, 2013-2019
- Top Doctor of Charlotte. Charlotte Magazine, 2011-2019 America's Most Honored Professionals
- Corporate Champion for Women and Children, Recognizing and Improving Lives. General Federation of Women's Clubs of NC, 2017
- Vitals Patients' Choice Award North Carolina Physician Favorite. Castle and Connolly, 2015
- 50 Most Influential Women in Charlotte. The Mecklenburg Times, 2015
- Pinnacle Award, Finalist. Carolinas Healthcare System, 2015
- Innovation and Advancements in Healthcare, Winner 2015 Finalist 2013, 2011. The Charlotte Business Journal, 2011, 2013, 2015
- Outstanding Teaching Attending. Association Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO), 2011
- Exemplary Report: NC Department of Health and Human Services: Women's and Children's Services. NC State Department of Health, 2006
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2025-04-27, Dr. Stephenson has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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