Thomas Hospital and North Baldwin Infirmary Named 2026 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care

Thomas Hospital and North Baldwin Infirmary have been awarded the 2026 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report. This recognition signifies that both hospitals performed significantly better than the national average on healthcare standards, such as patient outcomes and safety, for uncomplicated pregnancies.

Jennifer Winston, Ph.D., a health data scientist at U.S. News, noted that hospitals with this designation are national leaders in patient safety benchmarks and provide exceptional, evidence-based maternity care.

Thomas Hospital and North Baldwin Infirmary earned their ratings based on performance in areas including:

• Lower-risk C-section rates
• Newborn complication rates
• Exclusive breast milk feeding rates
• Birthing-friendly practices meeting federal safety criteria
• Vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) success rates
• Transparency on racial and ethnic disparities in maternal outcomes

“Receiving recognition from U.S. News & World Report for our maternity care at Thomas Hospital reflects the exceptional dedication of our staff, physicians, and volunteers, whose compassionate care ensures the best outcomes for every family,” said Ormand Thompson, president of Thomas Hospital. “It is a privilege to serve our community and support families during one of life’s most important moments.”

Kenny Breal, president of North Baldwin Infirmary, shared his gratitude for the designation.

“This distinction highlights the commitment and expertise of our care teams at North Baldwin Infirmary,” said Breal. “By providing safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered maternity care, we are proud to support families during such a meaningful time in their lives.”

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