Labor and delivery in Avery County, NC
The hospital in Avery County, North Carolina does not offer labor and delivery. Expecting parents here deliver at a hospital in a neighboring area. The closest ones are listed below.
Nearest hospitals that deliver babies
| Hospital | City | Miles | First-birth C-section rate | Deliveries, 2025 | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watauga Medical Center | Boone | 14 | 15% | 580 | Yes |
| Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc. | Morganton | 26 | 22% | 1,017 | Yes |
| The McDowell Hospital | Marion | 31 | 22% | 328 | Yes |
| Ashe Memorial Hospital | Jefferson | 32 | – | – | Yes |
| Johnson City Medical Center | Johnson City | 34 | 27% | 1,240 | Yes |
| Franklin Woods Community Hospital | Johnson City | 36 | 29% | 1,756 | Yes |
Miles are straight-line distances from the hospital in Avery County, not driving distances.
Hospitals in Avery County without labor and delivery
- Charles A Cannon Jr Memorial Hospital, Linville — (828) 737-7000