CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — MUSC Health University Medical Center was rated “High Performing” in the newly released U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals for Obstetric Care report. This is the highest rating given to a maternity hospital by U.S. News & World Report.
This high rating indicates that U.S. News & World Report believes MUSC provides high-quality labor and delivery services based on a set of standards. Criteria include caesarean section rate, neonatal complication rate, early scheduled delivery rate, etc.
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Dr. Donna Johnson, head of obstetrics and gynecology, welcomed the recognition, saying the hospital strives to provide only the best care.
“Our care team always advocates for the safety and well-being of obstetric patients and their babies. Our goal is to provide compassionate, patient-first care during this exciting and important time in a family’s life. We strive to provide the highest quality birth experience for all families. I am extremely proud of our care team and know this is well-deserved recognition. I know,” Johnson said.
MUSC said the hospital’s ranking improved from last year’s “participating” rating.
