Award-Winning Birthing Center

Since 1995, The Birthing Center at MCH has been consistently recognized for excellence in maternity and obstetrics care.

2005 – Health Care Program of the Year Award

Recognized for exceeding the expectations of developing and/or implementing a program that promotes careers in health.

Awarded by Southern NH Area Health Education Center

2005 –Nomination for Dartmouth Medical School’s Excellence in Teaching Award

Fletcher Wilson, M.D., Monadnock OB/GYN

Dr. Wilson was nominated for this award by the Dartmouth College Medical School graduating class of 2006 in recognition of his outstanding teaching effort, including time, hard work and the dedication it requires to excel as an educator of the art and science of medicine.

2003 March of Dimes Health Leadership Award

Nurse Award presented to:

Debbie Chase, RN
Staff Nurse, The Birthing Center

Recognizing and honoring the work of New Hampshire health care professionals who have exhibited exceptional leadership and commitment to improving maternal and infant health.

2001 Certificate of Achievement in Breastfeeding Support

For promotion, protection and support of breastfeeding.
Awarded by the NH Breastfeeding Task Force and the NH Department of Health and Human Services

2000 New Hampshire Breastfeeding Award

For a high breastfeeding initiation rate of 79.6% and completion of a Breastfeeding QI study.
Awarded by the NH Breastfeeding Task Force and the NH Department of Health and Human Services

2000 March of Dimes Health Leadership Award

Physician/Provider Award presented to:
Charles Seigel, MD, Monadnock OB/GYN

2000 March of Dimes Health Leadership Award

Health Care Management Award presented to:
Sara Kellogg Meade, RN, MS Director, Women’s and Children’s Services

1999 New Hampshire Breastfeeding Award

For a high breastfeeding initiation rate of 79.1%, strong breastfeeding policies,
and postpartum clinic.

Awarded by the NH Breastfeeding Task Force and the NH Department of
Health and Human Services

1998 New Hampshire Breastfeeding Award

For providing breastfeeding encouragement, education and support to patients.
Awarded by the Breastfeeding Task Force and the NH Department of Health and Human Services

1997 New Hampshire Breastfeeding Award

In recognition of breastfeeding Education, support, breastfeeding rate and achievement, in NH

Awarded by the NH Breastfeeding Task Force and the NH Department of Health and Human Services

1995 Child Magazine 10 Maternity Units in the Country

Named one of the top 10 Maternity Units in the Country by this prestigious magazine.

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