WVU Medicine Children’s Birthing Center at Uniontown Hospital welcomes first baby

UNIONTOWN, Pa. – The WVU Medicine Children’s Birthing Center at Uniontown Hospital welcomed its first baby Wednesday, Jan. 8, at 11:52 a.m. Kamora Uhrin, the third child of Lynia and Timothy Uhrin of Brownsville, weighed in at 7 lbs. 8 oz. and measured 19 1/4 inches long.

“What an exciting day for the Uhrin family, our hospital, and the community,” Carrie E. Willetts, president and CEO of WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital, said. “Reopening the labor and delivery unit is the culmination of a lot of hard work and determination of so many and would not have been possible without the support of the Health System, WVU Medicine Children’s, state and local government officials, and our generous community partners.”

The unit officially opened to patients on Monday, Jan. 6 and it was not long before Lawrence Glad, M.D., medical director, WVU Medicine Children’s Birthing Center, received notice that a patient would soon deliver.

“It is my sincerest honor to welcome new life in Fayette County again,” Glad said. “All deliveries are special, but it is not lost on us how momentous this birth is and the hope it restores for a hospital and community that longed to see this unit thriving once more.”

Having traveled approximately two hours to deliver Kamora’s older brother, the Uhrin’s are grateful to be so close to home and glad other families will be able to receive the same world-class care.

About WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital
WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital is an acute and specialty care community hospital providing a full range of medical care to residents of Fayette County and the surrounding areas. The 145-bed facility is utilized by more than 200 medical staff representing more than 30 medical specialties.

About WVU Medicine Children’s
WVU Medicine Children’s is more than just a hospital. We’re a family of doctors, nurses, and other professionals who share the same goal: to provide the best possible care to any child who needs it. We chose careers in pediatric healthcare because we love connecting with (and supporting) kids of all ages. And because many of us are parents, too, we know how important it is to find a medical provider you trust. You want to work with specialists who care about your child’s health and well-being as much as you do. For more information, visit WVUKids.com.