Beginning at 8 a.m. on September 3, all Temple Health childbirth services will be provided at Temple Women & Families Hospital. Below are answers to common questions about the transition from Temple University Hospital – Main Campus and what to expect at this hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
When Will Temple University Hospital – Main Campus stop providing childbirth services?
At 8:00 AM on September 3, 2025, Temple University Hospital – Main Campus at Broad & Ontario will permanently discontinue all labor and delivery services. Every expectant mother receiving Temple Health obstetric care will then deliver at Temple Women & Families Hospital at Wyoming & Castor Avenues.
Where should I go if I'm a Temple Health patient in labor?
Beginning on September 3, 2025, all Temple Health labor and delivery care will occur at Temple Women & Families Hospital, located at 1331 E. Wyoming Avenue in Philadelphia. If you go into labor, come directly to our Wyoming & Castor location - we're open 24/7 for deliveries.
Is Temple Women & Families Hospital now Temple Health's official birthing center?
Absolutely! Temple Women & Families Hospital serves as Temple Health's dedicated maternity hospital. We provide complete prenatal care, labor and delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn care in one modern, family-focused facility, along with comprehensive services including radiology, family medicine, pediatrics, and gynecology.
Will I see the same Temple Health obstetricians and nurses?
Yes, the team of Temple Health OB/GYN physicians and experienced maternity nurses now provide care at Temple Women & Families Hospital. Your trusted healthcare providers have relocated to our new facility designed specifically for optimal family care.
What makes Temple Women & Families Hospital the preferred choice for childbirth?
Families select Temple Women & Families Hospital for specialized maternity expertise, comprehensive high-risk pregnancy management, and our brand-new facility built with families as the priority. Our medical team features skilled Temple Health OB/GYNs, maternal-fetal medicine experts, and nursing staff dedicated to supporting your unique birth journey.
Where is Temple Women & Families Hospital located in Philadelphia?
Temple Women & Families Hospital is located at 1331 E. Wyoming Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124, at the intersection of Wyoming & Castor Avenues in Philadelphia. We offer free on-site parking and convenient access via SEPTA Bus Routes 3, 5, 54, and 75, plus easy highway access from I-95 and Route 1 (Roosevelt Boulevard).
What comprehensive maternity services are available in Philadelphia?
We provide complete labor and delivery services including 13 specialized birthing rooms, 32 private postpartum suites, high-risk pregnancy management, maternal-fetal medicine, and customized birth plans. Our Level III NICU serves Philadelphia area families whose newborns require specialized care.
Does the Philadelphia women's hospital have an emergency department?
No, Temple Women & Families Hospital does not have an emergency department. For medical emergencies, please call 911 or visit Temple University Hospital Emergency Department at Broad & Ontario or another nearby Philadelphia emergency room. Our hospital focuses on planned women's health care and family services.
What should Philadelphia families expect during their maternity stay?
All patients receive private postpartum suites with spacious accommodations for you, your support person, and your newborn. Our rooms are designed for Philadelphia families' comfort with family-centered care and overnight accommodations available for support partners.
How do Philadelphia residents prepare for delivery at Wyoming & Castor?
If you think you're in labor, call your provider's office first. Our team is available 24/7 to guide Philadelphia area patients. Check in at our main entrance at 1331 E. Wyoming Avenue where staff will escort you to our labor and delivery unit. No special preparation is needed beyond your regular birth plan discussions with your Philadelphia care team.
Still have questions about Temple Women & Families Hospital? Visit our Services page to see the full range of care we provide, or call 800-TEMPLE-MED to connect with our team.