Emergency OB/GYN Care
Norton Healthcare is fully equipped to provide the best possible emergency obstetric care should you experience sudden pregnancy-related complications.
The emergency departments of Norton Hospital and Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital are staffed by a board-certified OB/GYN 24 hours a day. This ensures that expectant moms who experience a medical emergency have access to the best possible care.
These emergency OB/GYNs handle labor triage and a wide range of obstetric-related problems.
Pregnancy Complications
It’s a good idea to talk to your OB/GYN or midwife about any concerning symptoms that occur during pregnancy. However, some symptoms require immediate medical attention, including:
- Contractions before 37 weeks
- Heavy vaginal bleeding
- Persistent and intense headache or blurred vision
- Severe abdominal pain
- Severe nausea or vomiting
- Significant decrease in fetal activity
- Swelling of hands or feet
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While there isn’t an overall baby boom expected, Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital had a mini boom on Monday, Jan.18, when 32 babies were born. This includes four sets of twins: two sets of girls, […]
Read Full Story
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Kentucky is the fifth state to designate a day calling for action to raise public awareness about the importance of maternal health and to promote maternal safety. Jan. 23 has been set aside to educate […]
Read Full Story
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Read Full Story
Family Comfort Garden provides rest, reflection space close to labor and delivery at Norton Hospital
Patients and family members on the third floor of Norton Hospital have a new outdoor space where they can go to relax, meditate or enjoy the company of family members. This floor is home to […]
Read Full Story
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