Hi there - DH and I will be moving from NYC to White Plains in mid-September, 4 weeks before my due date. I had been planning on keeping my NYC OB and deliver at NYU, but am now thinking that it might be better to switch to one in Westchester - if I can find one that will take me. What are the best hospitals for having a baby in Westchester and any recommendations on an OB? Would also welcome opinions on whether going into the city to deliver from Westchester is a big deal. Thanks!
DS born 10/25/11 ** DD born 6/24/13 ** DS born 4/20/15
Re: Westchester Hospitals/OB-GYN
I delievered at Northern Westchester Hospital (in Mt. Kisco), and I had a fantastic experience. I have 4 other friends that delivered there as well. Mount Kisco Medical Group has a large OB/GYN staff and would probably be a good group for you to get into . Since they are so large, I never had a problem getting appointments, and all of your ultrasounds and blood work are done right in the office (no making appts at other facilities). All of the OB/GYNs at MKMG deliver at Northern Westchester Hospital. (Just to give you a frame of reference, Mt. Kisco is exit 4 on 684, so it's not very far from White Plains. I live about 20 minutes north of Mt. Kisco and it's an easy drive).
GL!!
I live in Mount Kisco, NY and will deliver at Northern Westchester Hospital. We are part of the Westchester Health Group and LOVE LOVE LOVE Dr. Susan Malley!!!
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I delievered at White Plains via c-section and loved it. I go to the WestMed practice in Scarsdale.
I have a cousin who lives in WP, but works for NYU med center so she delivers there. She's never had an issue getting there for deliveries although I believe she was induced. Figure it'll be a 30 min drive depending on the time of day. Have you asked your current OB what they think you should do?
I live in Orange County and I delivered at White plains hospital. I had a GREAT experience there. They calmed my fears without making me feel foolish. I use Dr.Ainsworth who is part of the westchester medical group. When I delivered my son they were just as excited as my family.
Also the food at White Plains is great, they even provide meal for the spouse/so. I thought the first meal they brought me was a fluke because I hadn't eaten in 24 hrs but every meal after was just as good.