Hospital among tops in Air Force Dec 9, 2008
It also has a dozen surgical suites, including two labor and delivery suites and a cystoscopy room, which allows a doctor to look at the interior lining of the bladder and the urethra. Bryan Bucklew, president and chief executive officer of the Greater Dayton Area Hospital Association, said beyond providing care for military families, employees and retirees, the center also has a big impact on the regional medical community. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Callaway County employees will pay $50 more for family coverage Dec 9, 2008
Charges paid for meals provided by the hospital are based on the hospital's operating costs plus labor and delivery charges. The last increase for food service to the jail was in 2002. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Special beginning for two babies Dec 4, 2008
Just a couple of weeks ago, the rooms and hallways of the new Special Beginnings Family Center at LSU Bogalusa Medical Center teemed with excited curiosity as members of the community and visitors from throughout the state, including Gov. Bobby Jindal, checked out the brand new state-of-the-art space that would soon offer Labor and Delivery services in Washington Parish for the first time in a decade. On Monday, the new wing was abuzz again. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Prenatal class Dec 4, 2008
Topics include labor and delivery, C-sections, relaxation techniques, post-partum and newborn cares and breastfeeding. Bring two pillows. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Coborns give $2M to St. Cloud Hospital Nov 27, 2008
The expansion will include patient rooms, spruced up labor and delivery rooms and an expanded intensive care unit. Roseville-based McGough Cos. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Fight for Life: A family's prayers are answered Nov 27, 2008
Over two hours, she went into cardiac arrest three times, prompting alarms to bring a code team to the hospital's labor and delivery unit ... "In labor and delivery, we have a rapport with the mothers," Daniel said. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Family gives $10 mil to children's hospital Nov 22, 2008
The labor and delivery department will be capable of helping with high-risk pregnancies. The hospital has a roster of 30 pediatric specialists. (AZCentral -- News)
Letter:President-elect's pro-choice stance troubles reader Nov 21, 2008
Horrified by this practice at her Chicago-area hospital, a labor and delivery nurse named Jill Stanek spoke out against it. She was fired. (Montana Standard, MT)
TODAY: What is a doula? Nov 20, 2008
Ron Levine / Getty Images stockSince they focus solely on non-medical care, doulas can spend their energy comforting and encouraging the mother and her family and helping them navigate the slew of questions and decisions that often need to be addressed during labor and delivery ... Since they focus solely on non-medical care, doulas can spend their energy comforting and encouraging the mother and her family and helping them navigate the slew of questions and decisions that often need to be... (MSNBC -- Health)
Weight Loss Surgery Helps Obese Women Have Healthier Babies Nov 20, 2008
Dr. Laura Riley, medical director of labor and delivery at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, said it s important for patients to know about these risks. I often see women who come in who are morbidly obese, and they say they ll try to lose 10 or 15 pounds. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Beverly Hospital shelves plan to close natural birthing center Nov 19, 2008
It is run out of a cottage on the grounds of Beverly Hospital and features a whirlpool bath or tub for labor and delivery and holistic approaches for pain management. The only other such facility in the state is at Cambridge Hospital. (Boston Globe)
Letters to the editor Nov 19, 2008
Due to unforeseen circumstances with my first child, I went though labor and delivery at Beverly Hospital rather than the NSBC. I ended up having the exact opposite birth I had hoped for, including pitocin induction. By the grace of God I still had my midwife from the NSBC with me and was able to deliver without pain medication and as naturally as possible. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Fort Bragg baby boom overwhelms hospitals Nov 17, 2008
With only 11 beds, Womack's labor and delivery unit quickly filled up, and the patient load was capped at 260 deliveries a month - but soon exceeded that number. Nearly 300 babies were born in August, and 261 in September. (International Herald Tribune)
Would you want to give birth at home? Nov 15, 2008
Speaking as a nurse in a hospital labor and delivery unitl: I have seen many more bad things happen at hospitals due to un-necessary medical intervention than I ever have seen complications at home births attended by qualified midwives. (I have also worked as a homebirth midwife s assistant in another state) Many doctors seem to have the attitude if I mess it up, I can always fix it whereas I have rarely seen midwives take un-necessary chances. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Birth center's possible demise ignites protest Nov 14, 2008
Unlike a hospital setting offering drugs to induce labor and control pain and machines to monitor the process, the center features a Jacuzzi or tub for labor and delivery, holistic approaches to pain management, and a kitchen, living room, garden, and deck encouraging family and friends to gather and participate in the birth. "It's very quiet and serene. There's no rush of hospital sounds in the background," said Donna Fritz, a 33-year old Salem mother who has delivered two children at the... (Boston Globe)
MOMologues show helps moms find the funny Nov 14, 2008
It starts with pregnancy and includes all kinds of half-tragic, half-hilarious new mom experiences, including labor and delivery, trying to lose the baby fat, disciplining toddlers, dealing with picky eaters and gender differences. The writers then followed up the first show with a sequel about the elementary school years, and both shows were performed locally and in Boston theaters. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Plano nurse honored with national award Nov 14, 2008
Maitre's responsibilities include the fiscal and clinical management of Labor and Delivery, Newborn Nursery, Special Care Nursery, Neonatal Intensive Care, High Risk OB and Gynecological Surgery. During her 14-year tenure, she has helped oversee the multi-million dollar expansion of the Margot Perot Center, which included construction of an expanded NICU, addition of labor-and-delivery suites and creation of a high-risk OB unit. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Getting ahead Nov 11, 2008
She began her career in labor and delivery and progressed to emergency medicine. She is a state-certified instructor in the trauma nursing core course, advanced cardiac life support, basic life support and neonatal resuscitation. (Missoulian, MT)
Voters say yes to SSCAFCA bond and tax increases Nov 10, 2008
The hospital will have 120 private patient rooms, a four-story medical office building, full-service emergency department with a helicopter pad, a state-of-the-art women s center, labor and delivery and a neonatal intensive care unit. Presbyterian also will offer intensive care, operating rooms and a catheterization lab. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
4 a.m.: Where babies come from Nov 8, 2008
The couple came to the labor and delivery floor Thursday night. The doctor gave Cary 38 weeks pregnant with twin boys medicine to start her labor. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Negotiations on nursing center will continue Nov 8, 2008
He said modifications would subsequently have to be done to the labor and delivery area, but the addition of three more beds to the busy emergency room department is expected with continued renovations. Meyer also reported that the Office of Rural Health is pumping assets and resources into the Lowcountry Health Network, which includes the hospitals in Hampton, Barnwell, Allendale and Bamberg counties. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
CMMC renamed Lansdale Hospital; Obstetrics to be phased out Nov 6, 2008
" "We have every intention that we will be able to place every one of those nurses, many in labor and delivery type areas, though not all," Kelly said. "There will be no other [staff] disruptions," Candia said. Plans include expanding services at Lansdale Hospital, Candia said. A digital mammography will be purchased to continue to support women's health services and microsurgery will be added, he said. Specifically, Kelly said, a back surgery program will be added at Lansdale within the next... (Springfield Sun, PA)
Venous Thromboembolic Disease and Pregnancy Nov 6, 2008
Volume 359:2025-2033. Paul E. Marik, M.D., and Lauren A. Plante, M.D., M.P.H.. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Patience During Stalled Labor Can Avoid Many C-sections, Study Shows Nov 4, 2008
(May 4, 1998) Women experiencing induced labor with the support of a doula -- a female companion experienced in labor and delivery -- during childbirth has a caesarian section delivery rate of 20 percent, while. (May 29, 2008) A new study in Birth reports that doulas provide benefits for women in childbirth, even when male partners are present. (Science Daily)
Rants and raves Nov 1, 2008
A HUGE RAVE FOR the Women's Medical Center at University Hospital and the nurses on the Labor and Delivery Floor. I WAS AT SALVATION ARMY when a woman went ballistic. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Love or hate Jon and Kate (plus 8)? Nov 1, 2008
Years ago before birth control lots and lots of women died because they were basically breeding machines, and pregnany, labor and delivery does take it out of you -especially if you re doing it EVERY YEAR. I don t believe for a second that Jesus or God wants me to have 18 kids -or even 5 or 8 for that matter. The only way any of these kids are getting ANY attention or anything other than a rudimentary day-to-day existence is because their parents are tv freebie w******* -both families have... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Local midwife honored at Heroes in the Field event Oct 28, 2008
Smith began her nursing career in labor and delivery in Orangeburg in 1978. Four years later, she joined the health department and began working as a public health nurse in maternity and family planning. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Business Briefs: Hospital garners two awards for services Oct 26, 2008
The hospital also has earned VHA Inc. s Leadership Award for Operational Excellence by improving process flows in its labor and delivery. The operational adjustments also reduced costs while improving quality of care, as well as patient and employee satisfaction. (Athens Banner-Herald)
LSU-BMC ready to give birth to OB/GYN unit Oct 25, 2008
The next will arrive some time after Nov. 17, 2008 when, after nearly 10 years, the hospital opens its brand new, state-of-the-art Labor and Delivery Unit ... The Labor and Delivery Unit will be good for expectant mothers, their babies and the community as a whole, she said ... We will be able to provide obstetrical services to a parish that hasn t had labor and delivery services in a decade, said Welch. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
2008 Farm Family of the Year named Oct 25, 2008
The Board also approved the relocation of the Urgent Care unit to the former labor and delivery unit at the hospital while renovations are being made to the other parts of the building making it ready for the Rural Emergency Hospital that is scheduled to open in mid 2009. Copyright 1998-2007. (Gadsden County Times, FL)
Don't have sex, wina $10,000 wedding Oct 23, 2008
In the past, Faust, a former labor and delivery nurse, has orchestrated mock weddings, contrasting one featuring young moms, money woes and sexually transmitted diseases with another that has a smiling bride walking down the aisle in a flowing white gown. Faust said she likes to present kids an image of two beds: The bed of poor choices and the bed of We made good choices by waiting. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Billboard helped Rieman choose not to abort baby Oct 22, 2008
Diagnosed at 26 weeks gestation with a brain anomaly that caused her cerebral cortex to never develop, Lily wasn t expected to live through labor and delivery, much less for the 32 days that she did ... She was encouraged to terminate the pregnancy by numerous medical providers in order to avoid any of the health risks that might stem from a stillbirth or complicated labor and delivery. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Are You At Risk? Oct 17, 2008
So Shuman and Anne Kilgannon Gibbons, RN of Fairview Park Hospital s Labor and Delivery Unit, participated in a two-year controlled study of 548 women. Of those, 188 were women who entered the shelter as victims of domestic violence. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
MCCH Celebration Cookout Oct 10, 2008
Keith Travis, right, vice president of Physicians Development at the Murray-Calloway County Hospital, talks with Dana Bazzell, director of nursing for Labor and Delivery, during a recent cookout at the hospital. MCCH employees were celebrating being named one of the nation's performance improvement leaders by Thomson Reuters, the world's leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
RECOMMENDATIONS: From here to better maternity Oct 8, 2008
New York Gov. David Paterson recently signed a bill to create "an education and outreach program" for consumers and doctors and others who care for pregnant women about the risks and benefits of labor and delivery options. It is to be designed by the state health department. (USA Today -- News)
Letter: Applaud midwives and physician assistants Oct 8, 2008
Certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) focus on the individual needs of each woman, providing her with emotional and social support during labor and delivery and acting as her advocate during this special time. They perform hospital births and administer pain medication as needed. (Lebanon Express, OR)
At work, survivor ushers in new life Oct 7, 2008
Registered nurse Kim Schultz stops on the labor and delivery floor at University Hospital, her mouth open in happy shock. "You're here?" she asks registered nurse Sherry Scott. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Civil Appeals Court candidates Q&A Oct 7, 2008
DRAKE: I have been a registered nurse for ten years having worked at Huntsville and Cullman area hospitals as a labor and delivery nurse, as well as, obstetrics and gynecology. Since becoming an attorney, I have engaged in a wide array of cases; including, but not limited to, worker's compensation, social security and disability, DHR cases, domestic and juvenile proceedings (representing children who, because of their poor circumstances in life, find themselves within the juvenile justice... (AL.com)
• To do for you Oct 6, 2008
Topics: wellness of the mother; labor and delivery process with relaxation and breathing techniques; care of the postpartum mother and newborn; breast-feeding and bottle feeding; and a video tour of the Women's and Infant Center. Wear comfortable clothing; bring two pillows and, if possible, a support person. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Obituaries appearing in the Oct. 6 Daily Times: Oct 6, 2008
Mrs. Riemer was a labor and delivery nurse in the maternity department at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital for 53 years before her retirement. She was the widow of Frederick A. Riemer Sr. and the sister of the late Michael Durback. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Construction on Via Christis $93M west Wichita hospital making strides Oct 3, 2008
Four labor and delivery suites and eight postpartum beds. Six operating suites, including two inpatient, two outpatient and two gastrointestinal. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Hospital thoughts Oct 3, 2008
Monica Carr wrote on Oct 1, 2008 7:02 AM:" Peggy,I feel that this letter is not about whether or not we are a Hospital District but about our raises. I feel you should have a boss that that will stand up for you and get you the raise you feel you deserve. As for my self and my coworkers we deserve that rasie. Most of us work weekends and holidays, do you? I believe that you are off every weekend and holidays. Some of us even pick up extra shifts to help. I feel that if your job is not rewarding... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Birthing center a real blessing for mothers Plans progressing for birthing center to serve expectant mothers in the Northern Neck Sep 21, 2008
" To that end, the center will establish high-tech links with doctors at the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center in Richmond that will enable them to participate in exams and view patient records, Dodson-McAdoo said. The opening of the birthing center will come five years after Rappahannock General Hospital in Kilmarnock closed its labor and delivery rooms in 2004. About 250 babies were born at the hospital each year. Since then, expectant mothers on the isolated, rural Northern Neck... (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
First-Time Moms Want Education on Life with Baby Sep 19, 2008
One common complaint was that pre-natal classes often focused too much on labor and delivery, and put too little emphasis on life with the baby. The findings suggest that a "reorientation of education and services to assist women and families to 'think about the baby' would be beneficial," Dr. Margaret Barnes, the lead researcher on the study, told Reuters Health. (MEDLINEplus)
Saint Mary's Reno RNs Win Landmark Nevada Pact Sep 13, 2008
"RNs throughout Nevada closely followed our contract talks. The breathtaking improvements we have achieved, which are unprecedented in Nevada, will have a profound impact throughout the state." "Saint Mary's nurses have negotiated the best contract in the state of Nevada," said labor and delivery RN Mary Maupin. The ratios, which match those won by CNA/NNOC in California law and hundreds of California hospitals, and strengthened through enforceable contract law, are the first-ever... (PR Newswire)
MCH adds awards Sep 10, 2008
The first awards were presented to 8 Central - most improved patient satisfaction score, labor and delivery - best E-Gap for training employees in customer service skills, electro diagnostics - best outpatient satisfaction score and special procedures - best overall patient satisfaction score. Also Tuesday, the board voted to enter a new agreement for third-party administration for its medical plan. (Odessa American, TX)
Chvez denounces Colombian raid as war crime Sep 8, 2008
labor and delivery unit description. az. (Yahoo News -- Venezuela)
Via Christi breaks ground out west Sep 5, 2008
The original plan for the hospital was to include 49 medical/surgical beds, 12 universal beds, four labor and delivery beds and eight postpartum beds. Wichita-based teamed with of Omaha for the architecture. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
How much weight should women gain while pregnant? Sep 2, 2008
"The number of obese pregnant women is rising, too," said Dr. Laura Riley, an obstetrician who is director of labor and delivery at Massachusetts General Hospital. Starting a pregnancy when you are already obese and then gaining too much weight during the pregnancy raises many health risks, including the risk of hypertension and diabetes, said Riley, who chairs the Clinical Document Review Panel on Obstetrics for the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. (Boston Globe)
A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the Medical Center of Southeastern Oklahoma Thursday to celebrate the new expansion of the hospital. Shown are MCSO employees and area leaders. Aug 30, 2008
The expansion and renovation projects include: 1) a new parking lot that will extend the current gravel lot to the rocks and trees on the entry drive; 2) the extension of the inpatient wings to the West and South, which will add 20 private patient rooms; 3) an expansion of the Progressive Care Unit, which will add eight new private rooms to the labor and delivery area on the second floor and 4) a relocation of the endoscopy suite and surgery waiting and support areas to the vacated cardiac rehab... (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Community Notes Aug 28, 2008
The purpose of this class is to alleviate any fears or misconceptions about childbirth, to provide techniques for relaxation and bonding with a coach during labor and delivery, and to prepare expectant parents for the arrival and care of their new infant. A car seat safety technician will be available to inspect and install infant car seats. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Local doctor moves hospital services to Kaufman Aug 28, 2008
Williams-White said the move was prompted by the recent closure of the labor and delivery department at Renaissance Hospital in Terrell where she has practiced for the last six years ... White said she is encouraging all her patients who require hospital admission for ob/gyn issues or labor and delivery services to come to Presbyterian Hospital, located at 850 Hwy 243 W. in Kaufman ... veryhappy wrote on Aug 27, 2008 6:27 PM:" why dont she move her office to kaufman too. Im pretty sure she hasnt... (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Midwives in the United States Aug 27, 2008
CNMs provide primary care to women of childbearing age including prenatal care, labor and delivery support, care of the newborn and mother after birth, gynecological exams, and family planning. CNMs are licensed in all 50 states and in the District of Columbia and they account for approximately 8% of all births in the U.S. (American College of Nurse-Midwives, 2008). (Suite101.com)
Infections Linked To Premature Births More Common Than Thought, Study Finds Aug 27, 2008
He is well-known for his research showing that infection is a common and important cause of preterm labor and delivery, and that affected fetuses may be predisposed to short- and long-term complications. Infection of the amniotic fluid likely contributes to preterm delivery by causing an inflammatory response in the pregnant woman. (Science Daily)
Extravaganza to help hospital Aug 27, 2008
In addition, the facility will boast expanded labor and delivery quarters, operating rooms, and areas for physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. Laboratory and X-ray will be expanded to include new modalities such as MRI and nuclear medicine. (Nogales International, AZ)
Renaissance Hospital files bankruptcy (118) Aug 25, 2008
Just weeks ago, the hospital closed its labor and delivery services a move they said would enable them to cut costs and focus on other services. Hospital employees attended the City Council meeting Tuesday to plead with city officials to take efforts to keep the hospital open. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Rise in C-sectionsstirs health worry Aug 24, 2008
Yes, I've given birth twice and have supported hundreds, maybe thousands of laboring women as a nurse in labor and delivery. By Shayna. (The Palm Beach Post)
Teaching you to breathe Aug 23, 2008
Ive heard from students that the breathing techniques in yoga have helped them get through labor and delivery. . (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Kaiser holds tour of birthing center Aug 22, 2008
It has six observation beds, 12 labor and delivery suites, 16 postpartum beds and private rooms so spouses can stay the night ... "They evaluate you, monitor the baby and follow you through the labor and delivery. We also help them with breast feeding and postpartum care.". (Modesto Bee, CA)
Renaissance Hospital still open Aug 22, 2008
Astolfo said the number of patients who did not pay for services caused first the Labor and Delivery Department to close about three weeks ago. This week hospital officials announced they would not take new admissions though they would accept ambulances and walk-ins. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Deborah J. Murray Aug 19, 2008
Deborah worked as a Unit Secretary for the Labor and Delivery Ward at St. Elizabeth Regional Medical Center in Lincoln, Neb. She adored her job and the people she worked with. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Friday Finishers Aug. 15 Aug 15, 2008
The expo on Sept. 6 is a child-care teaching session on topics like prenatal care, breast-feeding, first aid, labor and delivery, baby crying and other issues. Hospital and resource workers will lead some of the sessions, but additional speakers are needed and so are volunteers to run booths and help with snacks. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Strip off pounds Aug 14, 2008
A former labor and delivery nurse, Edwards opened her own studio two years ago and now has 400 students. She plans to add another location in the fall. (CNN -- Health)
Dja Vu (211) Aug 13, 2008
The hospitals recent decision to close its labor and delivery services left many with raised eyebrows, but hospital officials painted the decision as a positive one that would allow them to funnel more capital into improving other patient services. The hospitals financial troubles are nothing new. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
HIV/AIDS in South Africa Aug 10, 2008
South Africa was also behind many other countries in providing Nevirapine, a drug used to prevent during labor and delivery. The government felt that the drug was not up to safety standards. (Suite101.com)
