GW Midwifery Program in Limbo | Washington DC News

Washington DC News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

Expectant parents are panicking as George Washington Hospital’s beloved midwifery program — a trusted birth hub since 2010 — faces possible shutdown or drastic changes, leaving patients stranded without answers, appointments, or contact with their care team. With hundreds of babies delivered annually, the program’s uncertain future is sparking frantic searches for alternatives, especially among those who chose midwife-led care. While hospital officials remain silent despite repeated requests, broader organizational shifts may be at play — but no one knows if they’re connected. The silence is…