JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — UF Health Jacksonville said it is phasing out its Birth Center at UF Health North.
The closure is part of UF Health Jacksonville expanding its obstetrics and gynecology services to accommodate more patients at its north campus, which is located on Max Leggett Parkway near River City Marketplace.
In a statement, UF Health said The Birth Center will remain open until July 31 to provide care -- including deliveries -- for existing patients.
Here is the full statement from UF Health Jacksonville:
"UF Health Jacksonville is in the process of expanding its obstetrics and gynecology services at our north campus to accommodate more patients. As a result we are refocusing our program and closing the UF Health Birth Center in the Medical Office Building. The Birth Center will remain open until July 31 to provide care to existing patients, including deliveries. We will continue to offer care at UF Health Women's Specialists – North for those whose expected delivery date is after July 31. We know our patients value choices and we are committed to working collaboratively with them to create a flexible birth plan that reflects their preferences whenever possible and preserves many of the features traditionally associated with our Birth Center. For example, our experienced midwives will continue to be involved with their care at UF Health North, and services such as hydrotherapy also are available in our warm and spacious labor and delivery suites."