Fabricio Costa

Medical Director, Maternal Fetal Medicine Unit, Gold Coast University Hospital and Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Griffith University. Working with biomarkers and AI in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

About

I am a Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consultant with over 25 years of experience in high-risk pregnancy, with a particular focus on preeclampsia, first-trimester screening, and implementation of evidence-based care. My work sits at the intersection of clinical medicine, research, and health system implementation, with a strong interest in translating validated screening strategies into real-world practice across diverse healthcare settings, including low- and middle-income countries. I have led and collaborated on large multicentre studies evaluating preeclampsia screening models, including the application and validation of first-trimester prediction algorithms in different populations (Australia, Brazil, Africa). My work also extends to clinical integration of digital tools and AI-enabled decision support systems in maternal care, with a focus on safety, workflow integration, and clinical governance. I am increasingly involved in strategic advisory roles with healthcare organisations, research groups, and digital health initiatives, supporting: Implementation of screening programs (e.g. preeclampsia, fetal growth restriction) Clinical validation of digital health and AI solutions Design of real-world studies and clinical trials Development of safe and scalable care pathways I am particularly interested in opportunities to contribute as an advisor or board member to organisations working in maternal health, diagnostics, digital health, and global health implementation.

Experience

  • Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (5 yrs 6 mos)
    • Medical Director, Maternal Fetal Medicine Unit
      Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

    • Director/Clinical Lead for Women's Research, Women-Newborn-Children Services
      Jul 2022 - Present · 4 yrs

    • Senior Medical Staff, Maternal Fetal Medicine Unit
      Jan 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 6 mos

  • Griffith University (Part-time · 5 yrs 6 mos)
    • Full-Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
      Jun 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 1 mo

    • Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
      Jan 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 6 mos

    • Honorary Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
      Jan 2021 - Jun 2022 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • ISUOG International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology (11 yrs 11 mos)
    • Corresponding Trustee, Courses Subcommittee
      Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

    • Member of the Board of Trustees
      Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos

    • Member of Advisory Membership Group
      Aug 2014 - Present · 11 yrs 11 mos

  • Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists RANZCOG (4 yrs 9 mos)
    • Member of the COGU Committee for the 14th Council
      Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

    • Member of the Nuchal Translucency Ultrasound Education and Monitoring Program Steering Committee
      Oct 2021 - Sep 2025 · 4 yrs

  • Honorary Professor, Mater Research Institute at The University of Queensland
    Jul 2022 - Present · 4 yrs