Labor and delivery in Gainesville, FL
UF Health Shands Hospital and HCA Florida North Florida Hospital deliver babies in Gainesville, Florida. Together they handled 6,490 deliveries in 2025. First-birth C-section rates run from 20% to 25%, against 30% across Florida.
Hospitals that deliver babies in Gainesville
| Hospital | First-birth C-section rate | Deliveries, 2025 | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|
| UF Health Shands Hospital | 25% | 3,293 | Yes |
| HCA Florida North Florida Hospital | 20% | 3,197 | Yes |
UF Health Shands Hospital
1600 SW Archer Rd
Birthing-FriendlyFirst-birth C-section rate 25%3,293 deliveries in 2025
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital
6500 W Newberry Rd
Birthing-FriendlyFirst-birth C-section rate 20%3,197 deliveries in 2025Top 25% for fewest complications