Labor and delivery

Riverside University Health System - Medical Center is a 439 bed medical center located in Moreno Valley where our physicians deliver more than 2000 babies every year! We also have 14 community health clinics providing pediatric care conveniently located throughout Riverside County.

We look forward to serving you and your family for years to come!

Pregnant woman in hospital gown

RUHS is Proud to Offer:

 

Comprehensive care for you and your baby with state-of-the-art facilities and experienced medical professionals dedicated to making your birth experience exceptional.

24/7 Services

Round-the-clock care available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for you and your baby.

Maternal Fetal Medicine

Riverside County's premier physicians with expertise in:

High-risk deliveries
Chronic health conditions
Substance Use Disorders (SUD)

Private Delivery Rooms

Newly remodeled, private delivery rooms with rooming-in so your newborn stays with you.

On-Unit Physicians

Obstetric physician on the unit, and pediatric services ready to care for your newborn.

Neonatal Intensive Care

NICU available for newborns needing special care with dedicated specialists.

Take a Tour of Labor & Delivery

Get a look at our newly remodeled private delivery rooms and meet the team before your big day. Watch the video tour to know what to expect when you arrive.

Watch the L&D Tour 

Meet the Labor & Delivery Team

 

A dedicated, multidisciplinary team cares for you and your baby around the clock, from your first contraction through your first days as a family.

Obstetricians & Maternal-Fetal Specialists

Board-certified OB physicians are on the unit 24/7, with maternal-fetal medicine specialists for high-risk pregnancies.

Labor & Delivery Nurses

Specially trained RNs support you through labor, delivery, and recovery, and help you bond with and care for your newborn.

Neonatal & Pediatric Specialists

A neonatology team and Level III NICU staff are ready to care for babies who need extra support right after birth.

OB/GYN Attending Physicians
Ronald Johnson, MD
Bryan Oshiro, MD
Jordan Rossi, MD
Stephanie Larson, MD
Kristina Mercado, MD
Lenorre Clarke, MD
Ashley Beem, MD
Christia Del Rosario, MD
Ivan Rybkin, MD
Sarah Smithson, DO
Michael Makhlouf, MD
Bryan Hill, MD
Kristen Anderson, MD
Christopher Genobaga, MD
Maria Isabel Acosta De Gonzalez, MD
Deena Elwan, MD
Perinatal Services Inpatient Leadership
ShanaExecutive Director, Maternal Child Services
Amy PitcherDirector of Perinatal Services
MargaretAssistant Director of Perinatal Services
Stacy FordAssistant Nurse Manager
Britni HicksAssistant Nurse Manager
Jennifer BurnsAssistant Nurse Manager
Kathryn SwitzerAssistant Nurse Manager
Rosa LuerasSafety Nurse
Sharon Dey-LayneClinical Nurse Specialist
 

New Beginnings Program

Expecting or a new parent? Our New Beginnings program offers childbirth and parenting classes, breastfeeding support, and resources to help you feel confident and prepared.

Explore New Beginnings Classes

Our Mission

Improve the health and well-being of our patients and communities through our dedication to exceptional and compassionate care, education, and research.

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Our Services

 

Our Labor & Delivery and Postpartum Unit provides comprehensive, family-centered care for mothers and newborns throughout pregnancy, birth, and recovery.

Care We Provide

  • Obstetric triage and evaluation
  • Labor and delivery care
  • High-risk pregnancy (antepartum) monitoring and management
  • Scheduled and emergency cesarean births
  • Surgical care related to childbirth and newborn delivery
  • Postpartum recovery and maternal care
  • Newborn assessment and care
  • Gynecologic surgical and inpatient care
  • Breastfeeding education and support
  • Patient and family education for a safe transition home

Services & Amenities

  • A souvenir footprint certificate to commemorate your baby's birth
  • A special meal for parents to celebrate
  • In-house WIC consultation services
  • Assistance with Medi-Cal registration for your newborn
  • Support with birth certificate processing and documentation
  • On-site lactation services and breastfeeding support

Awards & Recognition

 
U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospitals 2025 Maternity

U.S. News & World Report

Best Hospital for Maternity Care, three years running.

The Joint Commission National Quality Approval

The Joint Commission

Accredited for Advanced Perinatal Certification.

Baby-Friendly USA Designated

Baby-Friendly Designated

Recognized for the highest standards of birthing and breastfeeding practices.

CMQCC California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative

CMQCC Partnership

In partnership with the California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative.

Getting Here

 

Use the map below to find the correct entrance when arriving at RUHS Medical Center for labor and delivery.

Labor and Delivery campus map for RUHS Medical Center at 26600 Cactus Avenue, Moreno Valley. Shows Hospital Emergency Entrance for patients in active labor, Hospital Main Entrance for C-Section or induced labor, and Guest and Visitor Parking in the main lot.
In active labor? Use the Hospital Emergency Entrance
C-Section or induced labor? Use the Hospital Main Entrance
Guest & Visitor Parking Available in the main lot off Cactus Ave.

26600 Cactus Avenue, Moreno Valley, CA 92555  •  951-486-4000  •  RUHealth.org