Name: Dr. Carl Saphier

Specialty: Maternal and Fetal Medicine (MFM); Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)

Qualification / Board Certification: Doctor of Medicine (MD); Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Affiliation(s): Hackensack University Medical Center — Hackensack, NJ; Englewood Hospital — Englewood, NJ

Locations (City/State): Englewood, New Jersey 07631

Languages Spoken: English, French, Italian, and Spanish

Accepting New Patients: Yes — Currently accepting new patients

NPI Number: 1497700173

About the Doctor

Dr. Carl Saphier is a nationally recognized Castle Connolly Top Doctor and board-certified Maternal and Fetal Medicine Specialist with over 27 years of clinical experience, practicing in Englewood, New Jersey. He earned his medical degree from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University — one of the most respected Ivy League-affiliated medical schools in the United States — and completed both his Obstetrics and Gynecology residency and his Maternal-Fetal Medicine fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, a world-renowned academic medical center affiliated with Harvard Medical School. This extraordinary training pedigree — Brown University medical school followed by Harvard-affiliated fellowship training — places Dr. Saphier among the most academically distinguished maternal-fetal medicine specialists in the northeastern United States.

Dr. Saphier specializes in high-risk pregnancy management, prematurity and low birth weight infants, and prenatal diagnosis. His documented clinical expertise includes managing anemia in pregnancy, low amniotic fluid, high blood pressure in pregnancy, previous C-section cases, and breast cancer screening coordination for pregnant patients. He performs hysteroscopy and comprehensive maternity and birth procedures as part of his clinical practice.

He is a member of the American College of OB/GYN and has received the Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Award — All Time and the Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Award — Last 5 Years, recognizing him as among the most nominated physicians for Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in both categories. He is affiliated with two Castle Connolly Top Hospitals — Hackensack University Medical Center, ranked in three specialties and nine procedures, and Englewood Hospital, ranked for Heart and Vascular Surgery and eight additional procedures.

A truly exceptional feature of Dr. Saphier’s practice is his fluency in four languages — English, French, Italian, and Spanish — making him one of the most linguistically accessible maternal-fetal medicine specialists in the New Jersey and New York metropolitan area. He is currently accepting new patients.

Key highlights about Dr. Saphier include the following:

• Castle Connolly Top Doctor — among the most nominated physicians across all time and last five years
• Over 27 years of experience in maternal-fetal medicine and high-risk obstetrics
• Medical degree from Brown University (Warren Alpert Medical School)
• OB/GYN residency and MFM fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital — Harvard Medical School affiliate
• Board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Member of the American College of OB/GYN
• Fluent in English, French, Italian, and Spanish
• Affiliated with two Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

Dr. Saphier completed his medical education and specialist training at some of the most prestigious institutions in the United States, reflecting an exceptional academic and clinical background. His education and training include the following:

• Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University — Doctor of Medicine (MD) Degree
• Residency: Obstetrics and Gynecology — Brigham and Women’s Hospital / Massachusetts General Hospital Program, Boston, MA
• Fellowship: Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) — Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA
• Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Professional Membership: American College of OB/GYN
• Specialty Focus: High-Risk Pregnancy; Prematurity and Low Birth Weight Infants; Prenatal Diagnosis
• Languages: English, French, Italian, and Spanish (Fluent)
• NPI: 1497700173

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Saphier diagnoses and manages a comprehensive range of high-risk obstetric and maternal-fetal medicine conditions. His documented most commonly treated conditions from real-world patient encounters include the following:

• Anemia in Pregnancy (Iron Deficiency and Other Gestational Anemias)
• Low Amniotic Fluid (Oligohydramnios)
• High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy (Gestational Hypertension, Preeclampsia, Eclampsia)
• Previous Cesarean Section (VBAC Counseling and High-Risk Delivery Planning)
• Breast Cancer Screening and Cancer Monitoring During Pregnancy
• High-Risk Pregnancy (Multiple Gestation, Advanced Maternal Age)
• Prematurity and Preterm Labor Risk Management
• Low Birth Weight Infant Risk Assessment and Management
• Fetal Anomalies and Congenital Conditions (Prenatal Diagnosis)
• Gestational Diabetes and Metabolic Conditions in Pregnancy
• Placenta Previa and Placental Abnormalities
• Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
• Fetal Distress and Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate Patterns
• Cervical Incompetence and Cerclage Indications
• Antiphospholipid Syndrome and Autoimmune Conditions in Pregnancy
• Thyroid Disorders During Pregnancy
• Multiple Pregnancy Complications (Twins, Triplets)
• Post-Term Pregnancy and Induction Planning

Medical Procedures Performed

• Hysteroscopy (Uterine Evaluation Procedure)
• Comprehensive Maternity and Birth Management
• Amniocentesis (Amniotic Fluid Sampling for Genetic and Diagnostic Testing)
• Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) for Prenatal Genetic Diagnosis
• Targeted Fetal Anatomy Ultrasound Examination
• Nuchal Translucency Ultrasound (First Trimester Screening)
• Fetal Echocardiography
• Fetal Doppler Studies and Blood Flow Assessment
• Biophysical Profile (BPP) Assessment
• Non-Stress Testing (NST) for Fetal Well-Being Monitoring
• Cerclage Placement (Cervical Stitch) for Preterm Birth Prevention
• Intrauterine Transfusion for Severe Fetal Anemia
• External Cephalic Version (ECV) for Breech Presentation
• High-Risk Delivery Management and Cesarean Section
• Antepartum and Intrapartum Monitoring for High-Risk Pregnancies
• Genetic Counseling Coordination and Referral

Services Offered

Dr. Saphier’s maternal-fetal medicine practice in Englewood, New Jersey provides a comprehensive range of high-risk obstetric and prenatal diagnostic services for pregnant women and their families. His practice is built around expert management of complex pregnancy conditions, advanced prenatal diagnosis, and the latest evidence-based interventions to optimize outcomes for both mother and baby.

High-risk pregnancy consultation and management is the cornerstone of Dr. Saphier’s practice. He provides specialist consultations for patients referred by their OB/GYN for conditions including preeclampsia, gestational hypertension, gestational diabetes, placental abnormalities, intrauterine growth restriction, and other pregnancy complications. His 27 years of experience and fellowship training at Brigham and Women’s Hospital equip him to manage even the most complex high-risk obstetric cases with confidence and precision.

Prenatal diagnosis and genetic testing services are a core component of his specialty. Dr. Saphier performs and coordinates a full range of prenatal diagnostic procedures including amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, targeted fetal anatomy ultrasounds, nuchal translucency screening, and fetal echocardiography. These services provide expectant parents with critical information about fetal health and genetic conditions, enabling informed decision-making throughout pregnancy.

Fetal monitoring and well-being assessment services are provided for patients at elevated risk of fetal compromise. Dr. Saphier performs biophysical profiles, non-stress testing, and fetal Doppler studies to continuously assess fetal well-being throughout pregnancy. These surveillance services are particularly important for patients with gestational hypertension, IUGR, diabetes, and other conditions that can affect fetal blood flow and oxygenation.

Prematurity prevention and management is an area of documented specialization. Dr. Saphier evaluates patients at risk for preterm birth, performs cerclage placements for cervical incompetence, manages preterm labor with appropriate medical interventions, and coordinates care for patients carrying multiple gestations who are at elevated risk for early delivery.

Previous cesarean section counseling and VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) assessment services are available for patients with prior cesarean deliveries. Dr. Saphier provides thorough risk assessments and individualized counseling to help patients and their families make informed decisions about delivery planning in subsequent pregnancies.

Multilingual maternal-fetal medicine consultations in English, French, Italian, and Spanish are a unique and exceptional feature of Dr. Saphier’s practice. His quadrilingual fluency ensures that patients from diverse linguistic backgrounds in the New Jersey and New York metropolitan area can receive comprehensive high-risk pregnancy care with complete and clear communication in their preferred language.

Telehealth consultation services may be available for appropriate patients. Patients are encouraged to contact Dr. Saphier’s office directly at (201) 569-0121 to confirm telehealth availability and virtual appointment scheduling options.

Services available at Dr. Saphier’s practice include the following:

• High-risk pregnancy consultation and management
• Preeclampsia and gestational hypertension management
• Gestational diabetes monitoring and management
• Prenatal genetic diagnosis — amniocentesis and CVS
• Targeted fetal anatomy ultrasound examination
• Nuchal translucency and first trimester screening
• Fetal echocardiography
• Fetal Doppler studies and blood flow assessment
• Biophysical profile and non-stress testing
• Prematurity prevention and cerclage placement
• VBAC assessment and previous cesarean counseling
• Multiple gestation management
• Intrauterine transfusion for fetal anemia
• External cephalic version for breech presentation
• Hysteroscopy
• Multilingual consultations in English, French, Italian, and Spanish
• Telehealth consultations — contact office to confirm availability

Accepted Insurances

Dr. Saphier accepts most major insurance plans at his practice. Patients are encouraged to call his office at (201) 569-0121 before their appointment to verify their specific plan and network. Currently accepted insurance plans include the following:

• All Other Third Party Plans
• Allied Benefit Systems
• Boon Chapman
• CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
• Express Scripts
• HealthComp
• Horizon BlueCross BlueShield of New Jersey
• State of New York
• State of Tennessee
• UnitedHealthcare

Note: This list is updated regularly but is not a guarantee of coverage. Please confirm your specific plan and network directly with the office prior to your visit.

Practice Locations

Location 1 — Primary Practice

Address: 498 Engle St, Englewood, NJ 07631

Phone: (201) 569-0121

Hospital Affiliations

Hackensack University Medical Center — Hackensack, New Jersey

Hackensack University Medical Center is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital ranked in three specialties and nine procedures, making it one of the most comprehensively recognized hospitals in New Jersey. It is the flagship hospital of Hackensack Meridian Health — the largest health network in New Jersey — and offers advanced maternal-fetal medicine services, neonatal intensive care, and comprehensive obstetric surgical capabilities. Dr. Saphier’s affiliation with this highly ranked hospital ensures his high-risk obstetric patients have access to the most advanced inpatient maternal and neonatal care available in the region.

Englewood Hospital — Englewood, New Jersey

Englewood Hospital is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital recognized for Heart and Vascular Surgery and ranked in eight procedures. Located directly in Englewood — the same city as Dr. Saphier’s practice — it serves as his primary local hospital affiliation, providing patients with convenient access to inpatient obstetric services, labor and delivery facilities, surgical capabilities, and neonatal care close to home. The hospital’s strong procedural rankings reflect its commitment to clinical excellence across multiple service lines.