St. Catherine Hospital Recognized for Supporting Black Maternal Health
St. Catherine Hospital has been honored for its exceptional support of Black maternal health by U.S. News & World Report during Black Maternal Health Week 2024. The hospital’s CEO, Leo Correa, expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating that the positive outcomes for Black maternal patients reflect the effectiveness of their practices.
Out of all the High-Performing Maternity Care Hospitals in the country, only 26 were identified by U.S. News as achieving outstanding results for cesarean section and unexpected newborn complications among Black patients. These hospitals, including St. Catherine Hospital, were rated as High Performing in U.S. News’ Best Hospitals for Maternity Care, serving a minimum of 20 Black patients annually with low rates of newborn complications and C-sections.
Jennifer Winston, a health data scientist at U.S. News, highlighted the importance of celebrating these hospitals’ success in supporting Black maternal health during Black Maternal Health Week. She emphasized the ongoing commitment to health equity and women’s access to maternity care.
Founded by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA), Black Maternal Health Week is observed annually in April as part of National Minority Health Month. This year marks the seventh annual Black Maternal Health Week, with the conversation taking place from April 11-17, 2024, using the hashtag #BMHW24 on social media platforms.
Parents are encouraged to consider hospitals like St. Catherine Hospital, which have earned a high-performing designation, in consultation with their healthcare providers for optimal maternal and newborn care.