As one of Louisiana’s largest birthing hospitals and a leader in
high-risk obstetrics, Touro is dedicated to providing safe, compassionate,
and patient-centered care for every mother and baby. We believe improving
maternal health requires not only excellence within our Family Birthing
Center but also meaningful engagement in the communities we serve.
Through our active role in the
Louisiana Perinatal Quality Collaborative (LaPQC), Touro is advancing health equity, implementing evidence-based best practices,
and improving outcomes for women and newborns across Louisiana. We're
proud participants in the
LaPQC's Reducing Maternal Morbidity Initiative, reinforcing our commitment to safe, equitable, and dignified births for
all parents.
Massive transfusion and hemorrhage carts readily available
Ongoing staff education and training
Continuous monitoring of outcomes and timely treatment measures
We also continue to reduce early elective deliveries (37-39 weeks) and
lower cesarean birth rates, both of which are directly linked to healthier
mothers and babies.
Innovative Programs and Best Practices
Touro implements nationally recognized quality improvement initiatives,
such as the
Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health (AIM) program, designed to improve maternal outcomes through standardized patient
safety bundles. Our OB/GYN physicians proudly serve as advisors and subject
matter experts within the AIM collaborative.
24/7 OB Hospitalist Program: Launched in 2020, ensuring around-the-clock coverage by board-certified
obstetricians and gynecologists, significantly reducing maternal and infant
mortality risks.
Couplet Care Nursing Model: Introduce in 2004, promoting family-centered care by keeping mothers and
babies together.
Enhanced OB Emergency Drills: Ongoing training for providers and staff based on ACOG best-practice recommendations.
Health Equity Training: Empowering our teams to recognize and reduce disparities in care, improve
communication, and serve families with dignity across diverse identities.
Community Commitment
For over a century, Touro has been at the heart of New Orleans, delivering
generations of babies while addressing some of the highest maternal morbidity
and mortality rates in the nation. We partner with local and national
organizations to expand access to care and empower women through health
education, screenings, and resources.
Healthy Start New Orleans Maternal Mortality Initiative: Providing nurse practitioner navigation for high-risk patients at LSU
and Touro Maternal Fetal Medicine Clinics.
Nursing Nests: Safe, private spaces for moms to nurse and care for babies, located throughout
the city at family destinations such as Audubon Zoo, Aquarium, and Lakeside
Mall - with a Mobile Nursing Nest at community events.
Recognition and Awards
The Family Birthing Center at Touro has earned state and national recognition
for excellence in maternity care, including:
Louisiana Birth Ready+ Designation - for meeting 37 rigorous standards in maternal safety, equity, and patient
partnership
Baby-Friendly Birth Facility - promoting and supporting breastfeeding through WHO/UNICEF's global Baby-Friendly
Hospital Initiative
Gift Designation - awarded by the Louisiana Department of Health for advancing evidence-based
breastfeeding practices
Blue Distinction Center+ for Maternity Care - from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana for high-quality, safe
maternity outcomes
Ultrasound Practice Accreditation - first in New Orleans, recognized by the American Institute of Ultrasound
in Medicine
Newsweek: America's Best Maternity Hospitals - a national recognition of Touro's leadership in safe, high-quality maternal care
OB Nurse Navigator Program - personalized guidance and support throughout pregnancy, delivery, and
postpartum care
Family Connects New Orleans- free in-home postpartum visits from a highly-trained registered nurse
to provide education, resources, and emotional support after birth. Visits
are focused on both mom and baby. Currently available to Orleans Parish
residents only.
Advanced Certification in Perinatal Care (ACPC)- awarded by The Joint Commission for demonstrating excellence in high-risk
perinatal care.
Verified Level IV Maternal Care (MLC) - the highest state verification level, ensuring comprehensive expert care
for the most complex maternal needs.
