Women’s Health Services In Jefferson, Lewis, & St. Lawrence Counties
Are you looking for comprehensive women’s health services right here in your community? At Carthage Area Hospital, we offer a complete range of OB/GYN care for patients in Jefferson, Northern Lewis, & Southern St. Lawrence counties. Located in Carthage, New York, Carthage Area Hospital has been serving the area for more than 50 years.
Obstetrics and Gynecology Services
Our full suite of women’s health services addresses both routine and complex needs throughout every stage of life. We offer a wide range of obstetrics and gynecology services, including:
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Routine gynecological care, including pap smears
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Prenatal care
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Infertility evaluation and referral
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Urinary incontinence treatment
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Pelvic floor and vaginal reconstruction
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Minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries
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Treatment for pelvic pain and endometriosis
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STD and STI testing
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Contraceptive care
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Cancer screenings
Women’s Way to Wellness
Women’s Way to Wellness is located in the heart of Carthage’s downtown business district and serves as Carthage Area Hospital’s dedicated women’s health center. Our team of OB/GYNs and supportive staff are dedicated to delivering compassionate and comprehensive care to every patient.
We provide a comprehensive range of women’s health services all in one central location for your convenience. All our physicians are board-certified and bring years of experience in OB/GYN care. Women’s Way to Wellness welcomes patients aged 12 and older.
Carthage Area Hospital Women’s Health Service Providers
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Gaston F. DaCosta, MD
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Walter Dodard, D.O.
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Emmanuel Nwogu, D.O.
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Rachel Strosnider, NP
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Abbey Darling, PA
Maternity Services
Carthage Area Hospital offers prenatal, labor, and delivery care for expecting mothers. We know that first-time parents can have many concerns, and we strive to provide a calm, supportive environment where patients and their partners can easily access the services they need.
Our maternity unit is designed to support every stage of childbirth. From labor through delivery and into recovery, mothers can remain in the same nurturing environment throughout their stay, eliminating the stress of moving between rooms. Each room is fully equipped to handle all stages of childbirth, ensuring a cohesive and uninterrupted experience.
Maternity Services include:
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Pregnancy, labor, and childbirth education
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Regular ultrasounds
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Gestational diabetes education
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Local referrals to help mothers quit smoking
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Educational tours for siblings
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Free monthly breastfeeding classes
Our award-winning facility ensures that new mothers can access all necessary tests and procedures in one convenient location. For every family using our maternity services, our goal is to provide a comfortable and secure environment throughout their stay.
Carthage Area Hospital Maternity Unit
Our hospital maternity ward offers the boutique experience of a small hospital coupled with a skilled and experienced staff. It provides labor, birth, recovery, and postnatal rooms, accommodating the unique healthcare needs that mothers and babies have in the days leading up to and after delivery. Unlike many other hospitals, women remain in the same room from delivery to after delivery. This continuity minimizes disruptions and fosters more comfortable care.
The maternity unit at Carthage Area Hospital features:
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Six well-equipped birthing beds
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Two dedicated observation rooms
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Each birthing room houses a Jacuzzi tub or a stand-up shower
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Comfortable daybeds for partners and visitors
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Comprehensive nutritional assessments for mothers
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A tailored OB menu designed specifically for patients
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Personalized amenities to enhance the birthing experience
Award Winning Maternity Care Close to Home
Carthage Area Hospital has received multiple awards for its maternity care and was ranked among the nation’s top 5% of hospitals for labor and delivery by Healthgrades, a leading online resource for patient information. Healthgrades also awarded Carthage Area Hospital with the Labor and Delivery Excellence Award™ for three years running. Healthgrades found that patients treated at hospitals that received this award had a 40% lower risk of experiencing complications.
To learn more about the maternity unit, you can take a virtual tour. New parents can also use our hospital bag checklist to plan ahead for their arrival.
Book A Women’s Health Appointment Today
Carthage Area Hospital is dedicated to providing expert and comprehensive care to women of all ages and stages of life. With a centrally located community hospital and multiple satellite care centers, Carthage Area Hospital offers outstanding women’s health services for patients throughout Jefferson, Northern Lewis, and Southern St. Lawrence counties. To learn more about our services or to schedule an appointment, contact us today.
Contact Information
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Contact:
117 N Mechanic St
Carthage, NY
13619
Phone Number: 315.493.3100
Fax Number: 315-493-3113
Insurance
We aim to assist patients with receiving personalized health care by accepting most insurance types, including:
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TRICARE
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Martin’s Point
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Medicaid/Medicare