CPMC has (by far) the highest episiotomy rates and lowest vbac and breastfeeding rates

Written By Heather Charmatz

Why is CPMC (Pacific Campus) the only hospital in SF that doesn't routinely offer VBACS?  Why do they have the highest episiotomy rates (10% vs 1-3%) and lowest breastfeeding rates?  Would love to hear your thoughts.

2012 rates and stats found here

Heather Charmatz
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