Obstetrics

By the early 1980s, 50 of the 100 doctors on staff at St. Michael’s were involved in obstetrics in some way.

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Evolution of the Facility

As the population of Lethbridge expanded, “St. Mike’s” evolved to meet the needs of the community. An east wing was added in 1951, providing 83 more beds to the facility; this brought the total to 181 beds and 18 bassinets.

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St. Michael’s and the Sisters of St. Martha

For the next ninety years, the Sisters were involved in all aspects of nursing at St. Michael’s from teaching to administration to patient care. They were respected for their discipline and compassion.