Previously operating out of the the busy Outpatient Clinic department on level two and known as the Day Assessment Unit, the service is now the ‘Auburn Maternity Assessment Clinic’ (AMAC) and can been found adjacent to the birthing unit on level three.
This clinic provides a ‘one-stop-shop’ for women throughout pregnancy for antenatal care and treatments beyond routine check-ups.
Auburn resident Kavya Susinthiran, who at 35 weeks’ pregnant with her first child, was among the first to experience the new AMAC model with a routine check on her baby’s heartbeat.
“It was a good experience,” she said.
“The midwives here are awesome, they take care and listen to me.”
Clinical midwifery consultant Helen Mou said the clinic was designed to reduce wait times for care such as foetal heart monitoring and iron infusions.
“Providing a dedicated space for these appointments is one way we’re working to improve patient flow and ensure mums receive prompt care during pregnancy,” she said.
Running the clinic for the first few days, midwife Yola Alhaje said the feedback from the mothers had also been excellent.
“The clinic means women can be seen quicker and go home sooner, which is especially important for those who already have children and need to arrange childcare for their appointments,” Ms Alhaje said.
