Dr Richard Broth is a maternal-fetal medicine specialist and the founder of TLC Perinatal in Maryland, with more than 20 years of experience in high-risk pregnancy care. In an interview with Nuvo he talked about what remote nonstress tests with INVU change for his patients and his practice.
“I was blown away. The concept of managing patients safely and competently from a distance was revolutionary, even before the pandemic made such solutions a necessity.”
Dr Richard Broth · on first seeing INVU
“It enables the same monitoring we do in the office, but now this cutting edge technology allows my patients to be at home, their workplace, or wherever they need to be. Imagine the evolution of a landline to a cell phone—the concept remains the same, but this technology and convenience changes everything.”
Dr Richard Broth
“Patients loved it. It was easy to use and allowed them to monitor their babies at times convenient for them, even outside typical office hours. I could communicate with them in real-time and provide immediate peace of mind that their baby is safe.”
Dr Richard Broth · on his practice as a pilot site
Dr Broth’s answers at a forum where patients asked about INVU.
What are the exact checkups that can be performed with the belt?
The belt replicates an in-office non-stress test. It’s ideal for advanced maternal age, diabetes, high blood pressure, and other conditions. The data collected helps clinicians make actionable decisions remotely.
Who decides when a remote checkup is done? Can patients decide?
Scheduling is a collaborative decision between the patient and physician. Most protocols suggest weekly monitoring, but schedules can be customized based on the patient’s needs.
What happens if I’m nervous about decreased fetal movement in the middle of the night?
With INVU, you can contact your on-call physician, who may initiate a remote session. This often saves a trip to the hospital and provides reassurance from the comfort of home.
Is there an option for self-monitoring?
No. The device is designed for clinical use under physician oversight to ensure medical safety. Patients cannot use it independently like a home doppler.
More: Dr Broth at SMFM 2025 → · TLC Perinatal offers INVU on demand (press release, March 2026) →