MercyOne announced Friday that it’s pausing labor and delivery services indefinitely after Oct. 15 in Newton.The company is citing a significant challenge in staffing.MercyOne Newton does not directly employ any physicians but says it relies on partnering medical groups for physician staffing.Existing patients who are expected to deliver after Oct. 15 will be transitioned to another birthing facility.» Download the free KCCI app to get updates on the go: Apple | Google PlayGet the latest headlines from KCCI
MercyOne announced Friday that it’s pausing labor and delivery services indefinitely after Oct. 15 in Newton.
The company is citing a significant challenge in staffing.
MercyOne Newton does not directly employ any physicians but says it relies on partnering medical groups for physician staffing.
Existing patients who are expected to deliver after Oct. 15 will be transitioned to another birthing facility.
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