Riverside University Health System (RUHS) Medical Center has scored big in the maternity game, being named one of the nation's elites by U.S. News & World Report. The medical center has been honored with the 'High Performing' designation, which is the highest recognition possible in the magazine's 2024 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) rankings. These rankings spotlight hospitals that excel on several key metrics, including C-section rates in low-risk pregnancies and the promotion of breastfeeding.
Boasting a robust team and modern facilities, RUHS prides itself on delivering nothing short of excellent care. "This achievement is a testament to the quality care our patients receive every day from our highly trained and dedicated team," Dr. Bryan Oshiro, the Director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at RUHS, told U.S. News in what can only be described as a proud moment for the entire staff. RUHS sets a high bar in maternity care, with a recent revamp including new private rooms for mothers post-delivery.
Outdoing hundreds of other hospitals that submitted detailed data, RUHS came out on top among the 680 contenders. They're among the less than half that got the gold star—or, in this case, the 'High Performing' label.
With over 1,400 babies coming into the world annually at the RUHS Medical Center, the team doesn't skip a beat. They not only cater to typical births but also excel in high-risk pregnancy care through their maternal-fetal medicine program, as detailed on their website. In addition to that, the hospital's Level III neonatal intensive care unit provides critical care for preemies as young as 23 weeks gestation, showcasing their dedication to new life at its most vulnerable.
To learn more about what sets RUHS's maternity care apart, visit their website or check out the Riverside County News Release. It's clear that in Riverside, they are delivering more than just babies—they're delivering top-tier maternity care that's getting recognized on a national level.
