UPMC recognized for supporting Black maternal health – Central Penn Business Journal

Listen to this article UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for its success in supporting Black maternal health.  Recognition for the central Pennsylvania hospital comes during Black Maternal Health Week, April 11-17. According to a release, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is the only Pennsylvania hospital to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report.  “We are honored to be recognized for our efforts in improving maternal health outcomes for Black women,” Richard Beigi, president, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital said in a statement. “Here at UPMC, our providers, nurses, hospital staff and community members are all working toward health equity and creating positive birthing experiences for all vulnerable populations – especially pregnant people of color.” In December, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital was recognized as a high-performing maternity care hospital. In the U.S. News analysis, only 26 hospitals achieved excellent outcomes for cesarean section and unexpected newborn complications among Black patients. A release stated that the use of doulas has been “a major focus at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital for all underserved women and is documented to provide better clinical outcomes for both the birthing person and baby.” The release noted that the Birth Circle Doulas of Magee program provides...