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Read maternity reviews of Henry Ford St. John Hospital, formerly Ascension St. John Hospital, from Black and brown mothers and birthing people. Explore firsthand experiences with prenatal care, labor and delivery, postpartum care, breastfeeding support and NICU care in Detroit.
3.93
Total reviews
67
Average rating
The whole staff from the nurses to the doctors completely respectful and cared for me and my son as if we were family.
Biological Birth Parent
Staff listening to the patient when they have concerns and a way to help with communication barriers.
Biological Birth Parent
I had a mom deliver twins at 27 weeks gestation. Her dr dismissed her when she was asking questions about preterm labor. The NICU staff was incredible and encouraged breastfeeding from day one.
Doula, Hospital Review
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Henry Ford St. John Hospital
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Did you receive prenatal, labor and delivery, postpartum, breastfeeding, or NICU care at Henry Ford St. John Hospital or the former Ascension St. John Hospital? Explore experiences shared by other Black mothers and birthing people and add your own anonymous review.
REVIEW TOPICS
Prenatal care, labor and delivery, postpartum care, breastfeeding support, NICU care, and overall experience
LOCATION
Detroit, Michigan — serving families across Detroit and Southeast Michigan
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Henry Ford St. John Hospital
Frequently asked questions
Is Ascension St. John Hospital now Henry Ford St. John Hospital?
Yes. The hospital formerly known as Ascension St. John Hospital now operates as Henry Ford St. John Hospital in Detroit. Patients may still see or search for the former Ascension St. John name, particularly when looking for older maternity experiences.
Does Henry Ford St. John have labor and delivery?
Yes. Henry Ford St. John provides labor, delivery and postpartum care as part of its maternity services. It also offers 24/7 obstetric emergency care, maternal-fetal medicine and neonatal specialty services.
Is Henry Ford St. John a good hospital for giving birth?
The best hospital for giving birth depends on your pregnancy, medical needs and personal preferences. Henry Ford St. John provides labor and delivery, postpartum care, breastfeeding support, high-risk pregnancy services and advanced neonatal care.
IRTH reviews can help families understand how Black and brown patients describe their actual maternity experiences at Henry Ford St. John.
Does Henry Ford St. John have a NICU?
Yes. Henry Ford St. John has a Level III NICU providing specialized care for premature and critically ill newborns. Henry Ford describes the unit as a 35-bed private NICU and the only Level III NICU on Detroit’s east side.
Does Henry Ford St. John offer high-risk pregnancy care?
Yes. Henry Ford St. John provides maternal-fetal medicine and neonatal specialty care for patients and babies who may need advanced medical support.
