Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center named among best maternity hospitals by Newsweek
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Maternity Hospitals for 2026.
The list includes 460 hospitals nationwide that Newsweek says were selected based on clinical outcomes, patient experience and approaches to maternal and newborn care.
Hospital leadership said the recognition reflects the work of physicians, nurses and other staff who provide maternity services to families in Brunswick County.
“As both a Brunswick County resident and president of Brunswick Medical Center, I am incredibly proud of this recognition for the maternity care we provide,” said Kevin Briggs, president of Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center. “This honor reflects the dedication of our physicians, nurses and care teams, who support families through every stage of the birth experience.”
Briggs said the hospital helped deliver 747 babies in 2025.
The hospital said its maternity services include nine delivery rooms, prenatal tours, lactation support services and the option for wireless fetal monitoring. It also said doulas are allowed as part of the care team.
Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center said it also offers prenatal services at multiple locations in Brunswick County and hosts support programs for new parents, including weekly breastfeeding support meetings and community baby-focused events.
Newsweek publishes annual rankings across multiple healthcare categories using a methodology that includes clinical performance data and patient survey results.
