Dr. R.J. Creighton Family Birthing Centre
SBGHC – Walkerton Site
(519) 881-1220 ext. 2239
We offer:
- Prenatal and postnatal care
- Large birthing suites, en suite washrooms with jacuzzi tubs, kitchenette facilities
- Labour support (one to one nursing care)
- Postnatal follow-up clinic 48 hours after discharge
- We have a secure locked access unit, which provides a safe environment for moms and babies at all times.
Visiting Hours
Visiting is currently restricted to one support person per patient in the Family Birthing Centre.
How do I access this service?
Speak to your family physician for a referral to the Family Birthing Centre. If you do not have a family physician, the following physicians are accepting new patients for obstetrical care:
| Dr. Paul McArthur | (519) 881-4640 | |
| Dr. Sue McArthur | (519) 881-4640 | |
| Dr. Michael Gill | (519) 881-1278 | |
| Dr. David Ponesse | (519) 881-1200 | |
| Dr. Kristine Schipper | (519) 363-3220 | |
| Dr. Jacqueline Wong | (519) 363-3220 | |
| Dr. David Hubbs | (519) 507-3734 |
Preadmission Clinic
Women at 34 weeks gestation are requested to call the Family Birthing Centre to make an appointment for a preadmission visit.
Prenatal Classes
Available through the Grey Bruce Health Unit:
(800) 263-3456 or (519) 376-9420
Midwives Grey Bruce
(519) 371-2886
http://www.midwivesgreybruce.com/
Outpatient Breastfeeding Support
Available through the Brockton and Area Family Health Team
Marion Cooper, Certified Lactation Consultant
(519) 507-2021 ext. 41