Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center Family Birth Center will begin welcoming patients on Tuesday, June 13. The Family Birth Center in Gresham was closed on March 19, as staffers walked out the doors, many in tears.

CONTINUING COVERAGE | Legacy Mount Hood Medical Family Birth Center

The Oregon Health Authority denied Legacy’s waiver to close the birth center on March 29.

In a statement released on Tuesday afternoon, Legacy said the birth center will be staffed to accommodate all patients receiving care at the Mount Hood Women’s Health Clinic.

Some patients may need to be transferred to other facilities at certain times when the birth center is at capacity.

"At Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center, our top priority is to provide safe and quality care to our community,” said Bahaa Wanly, president of Mount Hood Medical Center. “We are pleased to welcome patients to a nurturing environment staffed with experienced professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional care during this precious time in families' lives.”

In the statement sent, the president of Mount Hood Medical Center apologized to the community.

"I want to again apologize for the stress, confusion, and disruption caused by the situation at the Mount Hood Family Birth Center,” Wanly said. "I want to assure our patients, community partners, and elected leaders that Legacy remains committed to delivering good health to all members of our diverse community. We will continue to provide safe, quality care, and we are excited about the vibrant future ahead of us in East County. Moving forward, Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center is dedicated to rebuilding trust with the community and forging a stronger bond.”