Access to quality OB/GYN healthcare remains a vital priority across Latin America. While progress continues in expanding maternal care, fertility services, and family planning, many communities still face challenges such as limited access to specialized products, training, and technology for women’s health. At MedGyn, we are committed to supporting healthcare professionals and empowering women through innovative solutions that improve outcomes across all stages of care.
Addressing Evolving Needs in Women’s Health
From maternal care and cervical cancer screening to fertility and family-planning services, women’s healthcare in Latin America reflects both significant strides and persistent challenges. For example:
- In the region of Latin America and the Caribbean, the maternal mortality ratio (MMR) was about 59 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2023—well above the regional target of 30 deaths per 100,000 live births. Pan American Health Organization+1
- About 8,400 women per year died in the region from complications in pregnancy, childbirth or postpartum, representing nearly 3% of global maternal deaths. Pan American Health Organization
- Among women aged 15-49 in Latin America: contraceptive prevalence (any method) is ~74%, with about 10% having unmet needs for family planning. UNFPA LAC+1
- The annual economic cost of adolescent pregnancy in 15 countries in the region is estimated at USD 15.3 billion, deepening inequities. UNFPA LAC
- Though 93.7% of births in the region occur in health facilities and ~95% of pregnant women receive prenatal care, maternal deaths continue to happen disproportionately among women living in rural or marginalized communities. UNFPA LAC
- Digital health use: In a 2024 study of nine countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, 82% of the 1,877 health institutions surveyed reported using ICTs in maternal care (range 64%-96% depending on country). Pan American Health Organization
These statistics illustrate key dimensions of the evolving needs:
- Quality of care and equity: Access alone (e.g., facility births or prenatal visits) does not guarantee outcomes; disparities in geography, ethnicity, income, and rural/urban divide persist.
- Integrated services across the lifespan: Beyond pregnancy and childbirth, services like gynecologic screening (e.g., for cervical cancer), fertility support, family planning, and adolescent reproductive health are increasingly important.
- Technological and service delivery innovations: Digital health tools, single-use procedural kits, and training of providers matter.
- Economic and social implications: Early motherhood, unmet contraceptive needs and maternal complications carry not only health but socioeconomic costs (e.g., the USD 15.3 billion from adolescent pregnancy).
- Emerging conditions: Pre-existing health conditions (e.g., obesity, diabetes, HIV) are modifying maternal risk profiles globally—including here. UNFPA LAC+1
Through collaboration with local providers and health systems, MedGyn is helping advance women’s health in Latin America—supporting care that spans prevention, early intervention, and long-term follow-up.
Connecting Through Regional Collaboration
In October, MedGyn had the opportunity to participate in FESGO in Ecuador, one of the leading events for obstetrics and gynecology in the region. The congress provided a valuable platform for exchanging knowledge and strengthening partnerships with healthcare professionals across Latin America. Our team was inspired by the enthusiasm and dedication of physicians committed to improving women’s health outcomes.
MedGyn also just wrapped up the International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP) in Colombia. The conference brought together global and regional leaders working to expand access to reproductive health and family planning services. We look forward to sharing our products and learning from others who share our commitment to empowering women and supporting clinicians worldwide.
Partnering for the Future of Women’s Health
MedGyn’s ongoing presence in Latin America reflects our dedication to advancing women’s healthcare globally. By listening to the needs of local providers, supporting education and training, and delivering high-quality solutions, we continue our legacy of being more than a supplier—we are grateful to be a trusted partner in care.
Together, we can continue building a stronger future for women’s health across Latin America and beyond.