Putting women and children first at Midland Met

April 8, 2024

When it comes to healthcare, one size definitely does not fit all. Recognising the unique needs of women and children, the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital has gone above and beyond to ensure they receive specialised care in an environment tailored just for them.

From a children’s emergency department that truly is a safe haven, where children anxious and in  pain no longer have to sit in a bustling emergency department. That’s why at Midland Met, we’ve designed a purpose-built children’s emergency department, complete with its own walk-in entrance right next to the main emergency department entrance.

Here, children can enter and wait to be seen in a safe space specifically designed to cater to their needs. The department is bright and colourful, intentionally crafted to distract them from their injuries and ailments while providing a well-designed space for their care. They receive the same high levels of care and support services but in an environment better suited to their needs.

Even when children are being cared for on the wards, their needs are not forgotten. Our playrooms and terraces offer fully enclosed spaces overlooking our courtyard gardens. Plus, there is a space for teenagers to relax.

For expectant mothers, Midland Met offers a comprehensive range of antenatal, birthing, and postnatal services. No more panicking partners trying to navigate the hospital during sudden labour – our maternity entrance, conveniently located next to the emergency department, provides a direct entry point. A hot lift will transport mothers-to-be directly to the maternity birthing area.

In our birthing suites, mothers can take full advantage of low lighting and birthing pools in seven of our rooms, creating a more homely environment for bringing a new life into the world.

And for the most complex births we have two purpose built maternity theatres co-located within the maternity department on the third floor ensuring that mothers get the highest level of surgical care and recovery if they need it and a dedicated neonatal unit.

Midland Met is also home to a female gynaecology ward including assessment areas. This commitment to children and women’s services, reflects our dedication to providing comprehensive healthcare at every stage of life.