WAUKESHA, Wis. (May 6, 2024) – In the wake of the impending closure of a regional Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Moreland OB-GYN Associates, S.C., a premier women’s health care provider proudly serving Waukesha and the surrounding communities for 63 years, is emphasizing its continued delivery and patient care services at ProHealth Care’s Waukesha Memorial Hospital – a Level III NICU in Waukesha County.
The significance of a Level III NICU cannot be overstated, especially in light of the statistics from the March of Dimes Wisconsin, which reported 6,157 preterm births in Wisconsin in 2022, accounting for 10.3% of live births. Additionally, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services states that 10 percent of births in the state are premature, with 370 of 3,767 births in Waukesha County being premature in 2022.
Waukesha’s Level III NICU is equipped to provide comprehensive care for infants born as early as 22 weeks and those weighing less than a pound. It represents the highest level of neonatal care available in the county, offering 24/7 coverage by a team of experienced neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners. The facility also features a highly skilled neonatal ambulance team available around the clock, ensuring the safe transport of critically ill newborns, effectively serving as a mini-intensive care unit on wheels.
Moreland OB-GYN obstetricians also deliver at ProHealth Care’s Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, where a Level II NICU provides specialized care for infants born at 32 weeks or later. Both facilities are supported by a comprehensive neonatal services team that includes international board-certified lactation consultants, respiratory and occupational therapists, and social workers, all dedicated to the health and well-being of both mother and child.
“Our commitment to providing exceptional health care for women and infants in southeastern Wisconsin is stronger than ever,” said Adrienne Bryant, Executive Director at Moreland OB-GYN. “The availability of Level III NICU services in Waukesha, partnered with the care offered by our dedicated providers, ensures that the many vulnerable newborns have access to the highest standard of care. We’re here to support families through every stage of this critical period.”
For more information about Moreland OB-GYN & Associates and their delivery services in Waukesha and Oconomowoc, visit https://www.morelandobgyn.com/.
About Moreland OB-GYN Associates, S.C.
Moreland OB-GYN Associates, S.C. is a leading provider of women’s health care throughout the greater Waukesha County, Wisconsin area. With a team of 14 board certified OB-GYN doctors and four advanced practice providers, they offer a comprehensive range of services including obstetric care, ultrasounds, gynecology, surgery, and fertility services. Moreland OB-GYN Associates, S.C. serves communities in Southeastern Wisconsin with locations in Brookfield, Hartland, Mukwonago, Oconomowoc, Sussex, Watertown, and Waukesha.
