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Obstetrics

Labor and delivery

Safe, respectful care during labor and birth, 24 hours a day.

What it is

Our labor ward is staffed around the clock by midwives and obstetricians, with operating theatres, anesthesia and newborn care available at all times.

Who it's for

Women planning to give birth at MCM and women who arrive in labor.

What to expect

  • Monitoring of you and your baby throughout labor
  • Pain relief options discussed with you
  • A companion of your choice where possible
  • Immediate newborn care and support to start breastfeeding

Common questions

When should I come in?
Come when contractions are regular and strong, if your waters break, if you bleed, or if your baby moves less. If in doubt, come and be checked.

Doctors who provide this service

  • Dr. Gebresilassie Andualem

    Head of Department; Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Gynecologic Laparoscopic Surgeon · Gynecologic Oncology Fellow

    • Laparoscopic myomectomy
    • Laparoscopic hysterectomy
    • Fibroids and pelvic masses
    • Gynecologic cancer surgery
  • Dr. Haile Gilcha

    Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Obstetrics & Gynecology · Feto-Maternal Medicine Subspecialist

    • High-risk pregnancy
    • Obstetric ultrasound
    • Hypertension in pregnancy
    • Diabetes in pregnancy
  • Dr. Mekonen Kebede

    Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Obstetrics & Gynecology

    • Antenatal care
    • Labor and delivery
    • Abnormal uterine bleeding
    • Family planning
  • Dr. Senayit Gebrewold

    Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology; OB/GYN Residency Coordinator

    Obstetrics & Gynecology

    • Antenatal care
    • Menopause care
    • Contraception
    • Resident training
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