Clinical Services
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Philosophy
To provide compassionate, comprehensive women’s health care for the Finger Lakes community.
Obstetrical Services
Auburn Memorial Hospital offers quality, individualized care for pregnancy, labor and delivery for healthy, low risk women. We work in collaboration with prenatal care.
There is 24/7 epidural service available to all eligible patients. This service is provided by the Anesthesia Department. The nursing staff is capable of assisting all of our scheduled and unscheduled cesarean section on the unit. Several nurses are ACLS certified. No patient will have to leave the unit for this surgical procedure.
All of our breast feeding mothers are offered a consultation by our lactation consultant.
A tour of the hospital’s unit may be arranged with the expectant parents, if desired, by reservation only. Please call 315-255-7381 to make a reservation.
The Birthing Center
The Birthing Center located at Auburn Memorial Hospital is a special setting that promotes family bonding and independence by delivering babies in a “home like” atmosphere. It is “the next best thing to delivering at home, yet you have the comfort of the knowledge of experienced nurses and physicians with you.” The Birthing Center is recommended only for mother’s that are capable of caring for their infant from birth. The mother and father care for the infant the entire stay; the baby is not sent to the newborn nursery. To be eligible to use The Birthing Center, you must have a healthy, uncomplicated pregnancy.
Birthing Center Visiting Hours
12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m
The Birthing Center at Auburn Memorial Hospital is a SECURED UNIT. Siblings of the newborn are invited to visit, but, they must be accompanied by an adult other than the labor coach and delivering mother.
The Birthing Center also provides regularly scheduled classes.
Childbirth Education
Having a baby is a very special event. To help you prepare for the birth experience Auburn Memorial Hospital offers a variety of educational programs. These programs are designed to prepare you physically and mentally for childbirth and parenting, and to acquaint you with our staff and facilities. Nationally certified childbirth educators, IBCLC certified lactation consultants and registered nurses experienced in the field of obstetrics teach the classes. For more information or to register for any of the classes below, please call 315-255-7381.
How To Register
For any of the classes listed, please call 315-255-7381 to register. You will receive a letter confirming your enrollment. If a class is full, you will be notified by phone and given alternative dates. Early registration is recommended, as class sizes are limited.
Childbirth Education Series
Held Thursday Evenings 7:00 to 9:00 pm
These classes develop knowledge of the childbirth process to help you achieve an optimal birth experience. Content includes hospital orientation and tour, stages of labor and the Lamaze method of childbirth. Classes should be started between the 30th to the 33rd weeks of pregnancy.
Breastfeeding Class
Held First Wednesday of Every Month 7:00 to 9:00 pm
This class is recommended for the expectant parents who have decided to breastfeed or who are considering breastfeeding as their feeding choice. A board certified lactation consultant will answer your questions and provide you with useful information about breastfeeding. Topics include the benefits of breast milk, establishing a milk supply, positioning the baby, proper latch on, preventing problems and returning to work. Learn about the benefits of breastfeeding and how to get breastfeeding off to a great start!
And Baby Makes Four (Sibling Class)
Held First Saturday of Every Month 9:30 to 11:00 am
It is important to prepare older children for the arrival of your new baby. The class explores the feelings siblings share and helps them understand what life will be like with a new brother or sister. The 90-minute program is designed for soon-to-be siblings age 3 to 8. You and your children should attend the class in the last two months before birth.
Mothers Support Group
“Do Drop In” on Monday 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
A free weekly gathering where mothers of the community come together to share and support each other, receive breastfeeding guidance and support from a certified lactation consultant. Baby weight checks are available. Come measure your success!! Preschool siblings welcome.
Hospital Tour
To help you feel comfortable with your delivery, we recommend the Maternity Unit Tour. If you are attending the Childbirth Education Series, a tour is included as part of the class. If you do not plan to attend the Childbirth Education Series at Auburn Memorial Hospital, please call the Labor and Delivery Department at 315.255.7381 to schedule a tour.
Payment
Families that deliver at Auburn Memorial Hospital may attend any of the educational offerings at no charge. A fee will be charged for those who attend classes through AMH but choose to deliver at another facility. Payment is due at the first class.
Free parking passes are available for those who attend a class or support group.
Childbirth Education and Lactation Support
Auburn Memorial Hospital’s childbirth education classes include childbirth preparation, Lamaze, sibling preparation, breastfeeding and a mothers support group.
In addition, mothers wishing to breastfeed benefit from the support that certified lactation specialists at Auburn Memorial Hospital offer. The obstetrical department provides a convenient way for mothers to purchase or rent lactation supplies.
Questions?
For more information, please call the Auburn Memorial Hospital obstetrical/gynecological department at 315-255-7381. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
Gynecological Services
We also deliver quality care to our patients that come to us for our gynecological services. The nurses are well versed and familiar with the surgical procedures that are provided. By state regulations, the women that are diagnosed with cancer cannot be housed on the unit until the cancer is removed.
Staff
For a list of physicians that have privilages to AMH, please go to the Alphabetical Order and/or Specialty sections under physicians.
Betsy Kenneally, B.S., R.N.C.
Nurse Manager, OB/GYN
315-255-7301
ekenneally@auburnhospital.org
The staff of 18 Registered Nurses at Auburn Memorial Hospital are well experienced, contributing more than 200 years of experience. There are PCA’s and unit clerks that have skills specific to the OB/GYN unit.
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