Resident Doctors’ Resignations Lead to Epidural Shortages, Disrupted Birth Plans

SEOUL, Feb. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – An increase in expectant mothers receiving notifications about the unavailability of epidural anesthesia and delays in scheduled deliveries has been reported in South Korea, following a mass submission of resignation letters by residents at major hospitals.  Starting from February 19, Yonsei Severance Hospital announced to expectant mothers that epidural anesthesia [...]