We are sharing an important update about OB services at Fort Logan Hospital. To better meet the needs of mothers and babies in our community, effective February 16, 2026, inpatient labor and delivery services will be moved to Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center. Here, mothers and babies will have immediate access to neonatologists and a Level II Special Care Nursery should the need arise, in addition to all the amenities of our private birthing suites featured here.
FAQs
Why are you moving OB services to Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center?
The EMRMC OB unit is able to provide additional capacity (18 beds) and serve more mothers and babies and includes a Level II Special Care Nursery to care for our community’s vulnerable babies right where they are born. Moving OB services from Fort Logan Hospital enables us to elevate the level of care provided to our OB mothers and babies and serve our community’s healthcare needs more efficiently.
Does this mean you’re closing Fort Logan Hospital?
No. We have consistently communicated our commitment to providing lasting, high-quality care throughout Stanford and the surrounding communities. Fort Logan Hospital plays an essential role in advancing the organization’s mission of improving the health and wellbeing of the people we serve, and moving OB services demonstrates a commitment to elevating the level of care for our community’s babies who need advanced care at birth.
What will happen to staff on the unit at Fort Logan Hospital?
in the OB unit at Fort Logan Hospital have been offered positions at EMRMC or within the health system. We value the quality, compassionate care our team provides to mothers, babies and families every day.
Can I still see my same doctor or nurse midwife?
Over the next few weeks, we will work closely with the providers of OB services at Fort Logan Hospital to ensure mothers and babies experience no disruption to care. Patients should continue to see their providers and keep scheduled appointments.
How far away is Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center from Fort Logan Hospital? Will you provide transportation if a patient arrives needing OB care?
We are fortunate that this change represents only an 11-mile difference – or about a 15-minute drive. We also recognize that there are transportation needs in our community and will work closely with Lincoln County EMS services to ensure coverage from the Stanford area to Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, should our community need ambulance service or transfer during their OB care.
How does this improve care in our community?
Mothers and babies at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center will have immediate access to neonatologists and a Level II Special Care Nursery without having to be transferred to another facility should the need arise. In addition, EMRMC provides access to high acuity OB support that facilitates all patients with continued high-quality care and no disruption.