Infirmary Health announced the opening of a dedicated OB‑GYN clinic in Millry, Alabama, marking a significant step toward expanding women’s health services in the state’s rural areas. The clinic, located on Millry Road in the heart of Mobile County, will provide prenatal care, family‑planning, menopause management, and routine gynecological exams.
Why Millry needed a dedicated women’s health center
Millry’s population of roughly 2,500 residents has long traveled to Mobile or Daphne for specialized obstetric and gynecologic care. The distance often created barriers for pregnant women, seniors, and families seeking preventive services. By situating a full‑service OB‑GYN practice locally, Infirmary Health aims to reduce travel time, lower costs, and improve health outcomes for the community’s women and families.
Clinic leadership outlines services
Ashley Moore, Infirmary Health’s director of women’s health services, explained that the new clinic will operate six days a week, offering same‑day appointments for urgent concerns and extended hours for working mothers. “Our goal is to make high‑quality women’s health care accessible to every family in Millry and the surrounding neighborhoods,” Moore said.
Joining her is Dr. Sharon Bush‑Coaxum, an OB‑GYN with FBL Physicians, P.C., who brings more than 15 years of experience in obstetrics, high‑risk pregnancies, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. Dr. Bush‑Coaxum highlighted the clinic’s focus on personalized care: “We will provide comprehensive prenatal monitoring, childbirth education, and postpartum support, ensuring that mothers feel confident and cared for throughout their journey.”
Community response and future plans
Local leaders praised the development as a boost to both health and the local economy. Millry Mayor James Holloway noted that the clinic creates new jobs and signals confidence in the town’s growth potential. “Having a state‑of‑the‑art women’s health center right here sends a message that Millry is a place where families can thrive,” he said.
In addition to clinical services, the clinic will host monthly health‑education workshops covering topics such as nutrition during pregnancy, breast‑cancer screening, and family‑planning options. These sessions are designed to empower women with knowledge and to foster a supportive community network.
Alignment with Infirmary Health’s broader mission
The Millry clinic is part of Infirmary Health’s larger strategy to strengthen rural health infrastructure across Alabama. Earlier this year, the system opened a virtual maternal‑fetal telemedicine program in partnership with UAB Medicine, extending specialist access to patients who cannot travel. The new brick‑and‑mortar OB‑GYN location complements that effort by offering hands‑on care while maintaining a seamless referral pathway to tertiary centers when needed.
Patients can schedule appointments by calling the clinic’s dedicated line or through the Infirmary Health online portal. Insurance plans accepted include Medicare, Medicaid, and most private carriers, ensuring that cost does not become a barrier to essential care.
Looking ahead
Moore and Dr. Bush‑Coaxum anticipate that the clinic will serve hundreds of women in its first year, with a particular focus on prenatal care for first‑time mothers. “When families have reliable, local health resources, they are better positioned to build strong, thriving households,” Moore added, echoing the community‑first values that guide Infirmary Health’s expansion.
Original reporting: FOX10 WALA Mobile (news) — read the source article.
