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URMC designated as Level 2 Maternal Center\u000AUpson Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce its designation as a Level II Maternal Center by the Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of Women\u2019s Health.\u000AEach year, more than 350 babies are delivered at Upson Regional Medical Center. Compassionate staff and a patient-centered facility make Upson a great place for moms, families, and babies. In partnership with the medical center, Upson\u2019s OB/GYN providers provide a wide range of services including annual wellness exams, family planning, prenatal through delivery care, midwifery services, nursery care, postpartum care, breastfeeding/lactation services, breast exams, prenatal patient centering education, nutrition, and more.\u000A\u201CThe Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of Women\u2019s Health commends Upson Regional Medical Center\u2019s staff for the commitment to excellence in maternal care that is being provided. Improving care for women in Georgia is exceedingly important and is keeping with Public Health\u2019s desire to protect and improve the health and lives of individuals throughout our state,\u201D said Kathleen E. Toomey, M.D. M.P.H., Commissioner and State Health Officer.\u000A\u201COur maternal and newborn staff are dedicated to providing excellent care for our community. We strive to provide state-of-the-art care with a family-centered approach. The Women and Newborn Services team at Upson Regional is truly remarkable,\u201D said Director of Women and Newborn Services, Brandie Kilcrease.\u000AFor more information on women\u2019s services offered at Upson Regional Medical Center, visit Upson\u2019s website at urmc.org.\u000A 18\u000A