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iThe mission of Canyon Vista Medical Center Women & Newborn Services is to provide exceptional, individualized care, close to home and to promote evidence-based practice, while advocating for women, infants and their families in our community.
CVMC’s Women’s Center has been named one of the Best Hospitals for Maternity Care by The Leapfrog Group and Money Magazine in their inaugural list of rankings. The rankings are intended to help expecting parents make educated decisions about which hospitals consistently deliver the safest, highest-value care for patients and excellence in maternity experiences. Out of more than 2,200 hospitals surveyed, Canyon Vista Medical Center was one of 259 hospitals nationwide, and one of 2 in Southern Arizona.
The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) announced in Fall 2024, the winners of its Second Annual Quality Awards that recognize Arizona’s leaders who are committed to advancing healthcare through exceptional quality performance, community engagement and a culture of continuous improvement. CVMC received the Maternal Health Innovation Award in the critical access hospital/rural hospital classification. The Maternal Health Innovation Award recognizes a commitment to advancing maternal health through collaboration, innovation and evidence-based practices.
We are a specialized team consisting of OB/ GYN’s, Certified Nurse Midwives, Pediatricians and Neonatal Nurse Practitioners. Our Specialized RN Nursing Personnel provide individualized care. We also offer breastfeeding support via our lactation experts.
We provide personalized, compassionate care with respect for your preferences.
We offer comprehensive support for breastfeeding mothers. During your hospital stay, our certified lactation consultants visit regularly to discuss breastfeeding benefits, help you with positioning, explain how to use a breast pump and answer your questions.
Postnatal breastfeeding support
After you take your baby home, outpatient support can help you reach your breastfeeding goals. Our lactation experts will:
Your newborn will have a complete pediatric exam by a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner. If you need help finding a doctor, ask a care team member who will provide you with a list of options available to you. While in the hospital, you’ll also schedule your baby's first doctor appointment outside the hospital, which is usually two to five days after discharge.
We provide monthly childbirth classes. They are held on Saturdays. For more information or to register, call 520.263.3320 or visit Classes & Events | Canyon Vista Medical Center.
Interested in a personal maternity tour or lactation education? Call 520.262.3314