Anesthesia and Pain Relief for Childbirth

The Division of Obstetric Anesthesia is responsible for anesthesia pain management coverage of Carmen and John Thain Labor and Delivery Unit on the main campus at 168th Street, and at the Allen Pavilion. In addition, we provide a high-risk consultation service, and a patient education program.  There are approximately 3800 deliveries per year at the main campus and about 2500 at the Allen Pavilion.

Faculty from the Division of Obstetric Anesthesia provide coverage of the main campus Labor and Delivery Suite 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

For more information about classes on Pain management and Anesthesia  click here or more information about the Obstetrical Anesthesiology, click here. 

Appointment Information / Find an Obstetrician

To find an obstetrician that suits your needs, please call our physician referral line at 1-800-227-CPMC (1-800-227-2762) or click here for a list of our obstetricians.

High Risk Obstetrical Services

Under the helm of  nationally recognized maternal fetal specialist, Dr. Ronald Wapner, Columbia University/ New York Presbyterian Hospital is one of the premier providers of high risk services. Click here to learn more.

Multiple Birth Center

All parents know that with pregnancy and the birth of a child, life patterns change forever. Imagine the birth of two…or three…or four at one time!  Parents with multiple gestations have special needs both during pregnancy and after.  Sloane has experienced a 30% growth in the number of multiples in the last year - much of it due to increased success and usage of assisted fertility.  The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology understands parents' need for extra help and has opened the Multiple Birth Center. Click here for more information.

OB/GYN Ultrasound

The department provides a full line of in-house obstetrical ultrasound services. Click here to learn more.

The Stork Room (private room)

Admission to private rooms is based on availability.

To learn more about reserving a Stork Room, please call Admitting at 212-342-1759.