Advanced Care For Our Smallest Patients

Not all births go as planned. In fact, one in 10 babies are born premature in the United States, that’s prior to the 37-week point in the pregnancy. While many factors are associated with preterm births, we know that they are 50% more common in Black women than White or Hispanic mothers. “A premature birth can be a scary experience for the whole family,” said Dr. Thomas Payne, medical director of the neonatal intensive care unit at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. In this episode, Payne answers the most common questions about preterm labor, delivery and post-partum care for both mom and baby. He also explains how maternity care at the hospital is now more advanced than ever, with a dedicated OB emergency room and a level III NICU to take care of his smallest patients.