Labor and delivery in Hickory, NC
Catawba Valley Medical Center and Frye Regional Medical Center deliver babies in Hickory, North Carolina. Together they handled 1,624 deliveries in 2025. First-birth C-section rates run from 25% to 33%, against 25% across North Carolina.
Hospitals that deliver babies in Hickory
| Hospital | First-birth C-section rate | Deliveries, 2025 | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catawba Valley Medical Center | 33% | 1,306 | Yes |
| Frye Regional Medical Center | 25% | 318 | Yes |
Catawba Valley Medical Center
810 Fairgrove Church Rd
Birthing-FriendlyFirst-birth C-section rate 33%1,306 deliveries in 2025
Frye Regional Medical Center
420 N Center St
Birthing-FriendlyFirst-birth C-section rate 25%318 deliveries in 2025