We’re thrilled to share some exciting news that highlights what our community has known for years – Henry Community Health provides exceptional maternity care. Our hospital has been honored with a spot on Newsweek’s prestigious list of America’s Best Maternity Hospitals 2025, a recognition that celebrates our commitment to supporting families during one of life’s most meaningful experiences.
What This Recognition Means
This award isn’t just about rankings – it’s about validation of the personalized, compassionate care that defines our approach to maternity services in New Castle, Indiana. Newsweek partnered with Statista, a leading statistics and industry ranking provider, to identify hospitals across the country that truly excel in maternity care from pregnancy through birth and postpartum recovery.
The selection process was comprehensive, evaluating hospitals based on three key criteria:
Hospital Quality Metrics – Clinical indicators specifically relevant to maternity care were carefully analyzed to ensure the highest standards of medical excellence.
Patient Experience Surveys – Real feedback from families who experienced care firsthand provided insights into the overall patient experience and satisfaction levels.
Healthcare Professional Recommendations – Doctors, nurses, midwives, and hospital managers with deep knowledge of maternity processes nationwide were asked to identify the leading maternity hospitals they would recommend.
What Makes Our Care Special
“We are truly honored to be recognized as one of the nation’s top maternity hospitals,” says Brian Ring, President and CEO. “This achievement reflects the dedication of our exceptional team of physicians, midlevel providers, and nurses who work tirelessly every day to deliver compassionate, personalized care to mothers and families during one of life’s most precious moments.”
But what truly sets Henry Community Health apart isn’t just our clinical excellence – it’s the personal connections we build with every family who walks through our doors.
Melissa Hethcox, Director of the Women and Children’s Unit, captures this perfectly: “What makes our unit special is how our nurses truly connect with families during this life-changing moment. We’re not just providing medical care – we’re becoming part of their story.”
The Community Connection Difference
There’s something uniquely special about receiving maternity care in a community hospital setting. Unlike large city hospitals where families might feel like numbers, Henry Community Health offers something irreplaceable – genuine, lasting relationships.
“The most rewarding part is seeing these families grow in our community over the years, watching the children we helped bring into the world take their first steps, start school, and flourish,” Hethcox explains. “You don’t get that at a big city hospital. Those connections remind us every day why we do what we do, and we’re thrilled to finally be recognized for the exceptional care we’ve been providing for years.”
This community-centered approach means that our team doesn’t just deliver babies – we become part of families’ ongoing stories, celebrating milestones and maintaining relationships that last for years to come.
Committed to Excellence in Maternity Care
Being recognized on this national list validates what our community has experienced firsthand: that exceptional maternity care doesn’t require traveling to a big city. Right here in New Castle, expectant families can access top-tier medical expertise combined with the personal touch and genuine care that only a community hospital can provide.
Our Women and Children’s Unit continues to focus on what matters most – ensuring that every birth experience is safe, comfortable, and memorable for all the right reasons. From our skilled medical team to our compassionate nursing staff, everyone is dedicated to making this special time as positive as possible for growing families.
Learn More About Our Services
If you’re expecting or planning to start a family, we invite you to discover what makes Henry Community Health’s maternity services truly special. Visit our OB/GYN services page to learn more about our OB team and comprehensive maternity care options.
This national recognition is wonderful, but what matters most to us is continuing to provide the exceptional, personalized care that our community deserves – one precious delivery at a time.