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Good Samaritan

A Special Place to Welcome Your Baby

The birth of a child is one of the most exciting events of your life. We make it our goal to provide you and your loved ones with the kind of comforting, personalized care that makes your “special delivery” truly special. Our highly skilled doctors, nurse and technicians will focus on your need and the needs of your newborn.

Our Birthing Center provides a home away from home to welcome your baby into the world. Our private Labor/Delivery/Recovery/Postpartum suites were designed with your comfort in mind. To schedule a tour of our Birthing Center, please call 877-725-0444.

High Quality, Personalized Care

We take a “family first” approach to the care we provide you. We welcome your feedback and are open to your ideal “birth plan.” Our goal is to make the experience everything you hoped it would be. We honor a variety of birth plans with approval from the obstetrician or midwife. You and your baby’s needs will always remain our top priority.

Our OB-GYN specialists and experienced delivery staff are ready to serve you with warmth and understanding, as well as the expertise, technical skill, and clinical judgment that are vital to a positive delivery experience. At the Birthing Center we offer:

  • A Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
  • Board Certified Anesthesiologists and Neonatologists available 24 hours a day
  • Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant
  • Infant Security System
  • Expanded Visiting Hours

Achievement SealRecognized as one of the Lowest C-Section Rates in Florida

Good Samaritan Medical Center is proud to be one of only 19 hospitals in the state of Florida to achieve a C-section rate below 23.9% for first time mothers with low risk pregnancies. Each year, about 4 million babies are born in the United States. Florida’s C-section rate for 2017 was 37.2 percent, while the Healthy People 2020 goal is 23.9 percent. At Good Sam, we understand the importance of reducing unnecessary C-sections and focus on improving maternal and child health outcomes.

Recognized by Healthgrades for Labor and Delivery Excellence

Healthgrades Labor & Delivery award bageGood Samaritan Medical Center has been a recipient of the Healthgrades Labor and Delivery Excellence Award for two years in a row (2018-2019), placing Good Sam in the Top 10% of all hospitals evaluated for L&D services. Healthgrades is a leading online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. This 5-star rating indicates that the hospital’s clinical outcomes are statistically significantly better than expected when treating the condition or performing the procedure being evaluated.

Lactation Support

Breastfeeding encourages close contact between mother and baby. Good Sam has board-certified, in-house lactation consultants to give new mothers the proper guidance and support that they need to be successful with breastfeeding. Our lactation consultants can help with:

  • Low milk supply
  • Teaching a baby to latch
  • Engorgement of the breasts
  • Breastfeeding twins
  • How to use a breast pump

Obstetrics Services

OB Patient Navigator

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NICU

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Obstetrics Classes & Events

Everyone on our Mother & Baby team feels a special calling to be there. Get to know them.

Obstetrics Healthy Living

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The Birthing Experience at Good Samaritan

Luiza Kotzen chose Good Samaritan to deliver her third baby because she previously had such a good experience at the hospital.

Before Baby Arrives

When planning and preparing for the arrival of your baby, you will want to find a hospital that is convenient and provides all of the services you need.

To learn more about what we have to offer at Good Samaritan Medical Center, schedule a tour and attend one of our classes. You will have the chance to meet our team of birthing experts, nurses, doctors and administrative staff members, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of such a precious moment.

During Your Stay

When you arrive at Good Samaritan Medical Center in labor, you can settle into a comfortably prepared, private delivery room that is equipped for all four stages — labor, delivery, recovery and post-partum. Your bed will be fully adjustable and a reclining couch is available for your partner, friend or family member. Other amenities include language services and a private bathroom and shower. Our skilled nurses and neonatologists use the most advanced technology to care for you and your baby.

Postpartum Support

After delivery, we want to give you and your baby the attention you need while respecting your privacy. Our certified lactation consultant is available if you choose to breastfeed. We have several resources including in-patient consultation to make sure you and your baby are healthy.

Find an OB/GYN

Need a doctor for your care?
Use Our Physician Finder

Talk with an OB Patient Navigator

Our Patient Navigators are a Registered Nurses who can answer your hospital related questions, help you navigate your way through the registration process, and more.
Contact our OB Navigator

Our Obstetrics Stories

Nina's OB Story

Luiza's Maternity Story