Sentara Healthcare proudly announces a significant partnership, welcoming the esteemed Harrisonburg OBGYN practice into its medical group. This collaboration marks an exciting advancement for women’s health services in the Shenandoah Valley, bringing together Sentara’s extensive resources and Harrisonburg OBGYN’s long-standing commitment to the community. For over four decades, Harrisonburg OBGYN has been a pillar of women’s healthcare in the region, and this integration promises to elevate the level of care available to patients.
Effective April 8th, Harrisonburg OBGYN will transition to Sentara Obstetrics, Gynecology & Midwifery Specialists. This change signifies not just a new name, but a strengthened dedication to providing exceptional and comprehensive care for women throughout all stages of their lives. Grey Watson, executive director of business operations for Sentara Medical Group, emphasizes the significance of this partnership: “Forming Sentara Obstetrics, Gynecology & Midwifery Specialists is an extension of our longstanding commitment to exceptional patient care. Together, we are poised to elevate women’s health outcomes and set new standards of excellence in our community.”
This partnership directly benefits the Harrisonburg community by expanding access to vital women’s health services. Patients can anticipate increased appointment availability, enhanced hospital coverage, and seamless integration with Sentara’s advanced electronic health record system. Dr. Daniel Weinberg of Harrisonburg OBGYN highlights these patient-centric improvements, stating, “This will translate to more appointment availability, improved hospital coverage, and better integration with Sentara’s record system. Altogether, it will lead to a better experience for our patients and the community.” The collaboration ensures that women in Harrisonburg and the wider Shenandoah Valley receive the highest standard of obstetrical and gynecological care, readily available and expertly delivered.
Sentara RMH Medical Center, home to Sentara Obstetrics, Gynecology & Midwifery Specialists, has also received national recognition for its outstanding maternity care. U.S. News & World Report has recognized the Family Birthplace at Sentara RMH Medical Center as a high-performing hospital for maternity care for the second consecutive year, placing it among the top maternity care providers both in Virginia and nationally. This accolade underscores Sentara’s commitment to providing world-class maternal care, delivering approximately 1,800 babies annually.
Further strengthening its commitment, Sentara RMH Medical Center has partnered with Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG) to maintain a 24/7 on-site OBGYN hospitalist program. This ensures immediate access to expert care for triage, unassigned patients, and obstetrical emergencies, providing crucial support to both patients and private practice physicians within the Sentara network.
Sentara Obstetrics, Gynecology & Midwifery Specialists Contact Information:
While the name has changed, the commitment to the Harrisonburg community remains steadfast. The location and office hours for Sentara Obstetrics, Gynecology & Midwifery Specialists are unchanged. Please note the new phone number for the practice:
Address: 2291 Evelyn Byrd Ave., Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Phone: (540) 534-6335
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Website: Sentara.com/OBGYNHarrisonburg (Effective April 8th)
Physicians and Providers at Sentara Obstetrics, Gynecology & Midwifery Specialists:
- Cathy Slusher, M.D.
- LaDene King, M.D.
- Stephanie Scheidt, M.D.
- Daniel Weinberg, M.D.
- Sherry Mongold, Nurse Practitioner
- Shannon Ikenberry, Nurse Practitioner
- Mary Piller, Certified Nurse Midwife
- Whitney Adams, Certified Nurse Midwife
- Michael Botticelli, M.D. (Joining Fall 2024)
Women in Harrisonburg and the Shenandoah Valley can confidently rely on Sentara Obstetrics, Gynecology & Midwifery Specialists for exceptional, patient-centered care, backed by the strength and resources of Sentara Healthcare and delivered by the trusted Harrisonburg OBGYN doctors they know and value.
