Rural OB Closures

Please visit this webpage to view an interactive map of the Obstetric Unit Closures in Northern New England.

Vermont:

Data Brief –

• VCHIP_PQC-VT-Understanding-Local-Maternity-Care-in-VT_Sept2025.pdf [uvm.edu]

Educational Opportunities:

• OB Emergencies In-Situ Drills and/or Drill Champion Training
• NeoSim Clinical Skills Training  (attachment:  https://uvmd10.drup2.uvm.edu/d10-files/documents/2025-08/VCHIP_PQC-VT-NeoSim-Clinical-Skills-Training-Flyer-2025-2026.pdf [uvmd10.drup2.uvm.edu])
• Emergency Department OB Skills Stations & Simulation
• AWHONN Obstetric Safety Course
• Pedi2Go Trainings
• For more information, contact vchip.pqcvt@med.uvm.edu

Maine:

OB Resource Binder: Care of the OB Patient in the ED of a Non-birthing Facility- 2025.pdf [assets.mainehealth.io]

OB Triage Algorithm for patients presenting to EDs at non-birthing facilities: MHBBCH ED Triage Algorithm.pdf [assets.mainehealth.io]

Additional group meetings and trainings take place throughout the year, please contact Emily Watson for further information: Emily.Watson@mainehealth.org

New Hampshire:

Maternal Health Characteristics and Outcomes in New Hampshire: Current Trends and Contributing Factors Data Brief