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Texas Tech launches CenteringPregnancy prenatal care program in Amarillo

Texas Tech Physicians OB+GYN and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center launched a CenteringPregnancy group prenatal care program in Amarillo. The program brings together eight to 12 pregnant women due around the same time for 10 visits lasting 90 to 120 minutes each.

Where
Amarillo, Potter County
When
Program has been in place in Amarillo since September 2026
Sources
Reported by 2 outlets

Counties: Potter Randall

Taxes and money

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Who's involved

  • Texas Tech Physicians OB+GYNProvider launching the program
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences CenterInstitution launching the program
  • Dr. Teresa BakerChair of TTUHSC's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Dr. Christine GarnerTTUHSC Associate Professor
  • CenteringPregnancyEvidence-based healthcare model partner

The facts

  • Groups consist of eight to 12 pregnant women due around the same time.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • Each prenatal visit lasts 90 to 120 minutes.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • Participants attend 10 prenatal visits total.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • Patients receive seven to eight times more time with providers compared to traditional care.2
  • Sessions cover health assessments, education, peer support, breastfeeding, healthy eating, parenting and car seat safety.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • The model follows guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and American College of Nurse Midwives.1
  • Patients can bring a partner or support person to sessions.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • Private portions of visits are conducted in private rooms with providers per HIPAA requirements.1

Who said what

These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.

  • Program data and studies CenteringPregnancy lowers preterm birth risk, reduces low birth weights, and increases breastfeeding rates.1
  • Dr. Teresa Baker Group setting creates space for open conversations about pregnancy-related questions and concerns.2
  • Dr. Christine Garner Opportunities to connect with other pregnant women are valuable and wanted by patients.2

How they headlined it

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  • Texas Tech Physicians OB+GYN celebrates launch of CenteringPregnancy model in Amarillo

    NewsChannel 10

  • Texas Tech Health Sciences Center launches CenteringPregnancy program in Amarillo

    KVII

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  1. Texas Tech Physicians OB+GYN celebrates launch of CenteringPregnancy model in Amarillo NewsChannel 10 Not rated, November 3, 2026
  2. Texas Tech Health Sciences Center launches CenteringPregnancy program in Amarillo KVII Not rated, November 3, 2026

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