Johnson County Health Department - Prenatal/Maternal and Infant Program

The Johnson County Health Department provides prenatal services in order to foster healthy growth and development during pregnancy and to promote a safe delivery for mother and baby.

To improve the health status of the pregnant woman and contribute to the best environment for the developing baby
To increase the number of infants born with birth weights greater than 5-1/2 lbs.
To make low-cost prenatal care available to (qualifying) low-income/uninsured Johnson County residents

Skilled staff to meet the needs of the mother and baby:

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Registered Nurses
Social Worker
Registered Dietitians
OB/GYN physicians from the University of Kansas Medical Center
Delivery and hospital services provided by the University of
Kansas Medical Center

We emphasize health education with early and regular prenatal visits.

Pregnancy testing and counseling
Physical examinations on admission, throughout pregnancy and postpartum
Laboratory testing (CLIA approved laboratory)
- hemoglobin/hematocrit
- urinalysis
- glucose
- group B strep testing
Triple marker screening
Rubella screening and counseling
Assessment and counseling with social worker and dietitian
Adoption services referral
Individual/group education and videos
Postpartum home visits
Birth control methods and natural family planning
Diagnosis and treatment of minor health problems
Vaginitis testing and treatment
Sexually transmitted disease testing and treatment
HIV counseling, testing and referral (AIDS antibody)
Birth certificate application for home deliveries

APPOINTMENTS NECESSARY
For information or appointment call:

Mission -- (913) 826-1200
6000 Lamar, Suite 140
Mission, KS 66202

Olathe -- (913) 894-2525
11875 S. Sunset, Suite 300
Olathe, KS 66061

At the Johnson County Health Department, we are dedicated to the prevention of disease and the promotion of wellness for our community. In order to protect the health of our clients and staff, we ask that no one enter our clinics with any of the following symptoms: fever, cough, rash, vomiting, or diarrhea. Services will not be provided to clients with these symptoms. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please call the Health Department to reschedule your appointment, and call your doctor for medical treatment.

Women, Infants and Children (WIC nutrition program)

For additional information on the Prenatal/Maternity and Infant Program, please contact:
Debra Whiteman, RN, BSN
Maternal Child Health Program Manager
(913) 477-8369

For additional assistance, contact:
Victoria Hanley, RN, BSN
Family Health Services Division Director
(913) 477-8346