MAHC has renewed its commitment to robust labour and delivery services in Bracebridge and Huntsville.
Officials say that includes an investment in moreOB (Managing Obstetrical Risk Efficiently), a three-year professional development program for birthing units.
They add the program integrates evidence-based practice standards and guidelines to support the highest standard of care in a collaborative environment with effective teamwork and communication.
“Being able to have babies close to home is important for families and communities,” says Dr. Sheena Branigan, Chief of Obstetrics at MAHC. “We are excited about this investment in obstetrics services today and a greater commitment to continue to provide obstetrics in two sites in the future Made-in-Muskoka Healthcare capital redevelopment. The investment in moreOB and the commitment to a continued two-site program speaks volumes to our communities about delivering babies close to home.”
Expecting families can refer themselves to obstetrical services or can be referred by their primary care provider.
“I am confident we will achieve the goals of the moreOB learning journey in ensuring long-term, sustainable obstetrical services at both of our hospital sites,” says Cheryl Harrison, MAHC President and CEO. “I want to acknowledge the incredibly hard work of the team to do everything possible to provide safe obstetrical care.”
