Public Management of Hospital Maternal Care in Times of COVID-19: Lessons Learned and Recommendations Within the Framework of the SDGs

Objective: The main objective of the article is based on identifying and analyzing the lessons learned during the pandemic in relation to the public management of maternal hospital care. Theoretical Framework: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for a more resilient and equitable approach to the management of maternal care became evident, with strategies that address both biomedical and social and structural aspects. Method: The methodology of the article is based on a bibliographic review with the exhaustive collection and analysis of relevant secondary sources to study the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on hospital maternal care. Results and Discussion: The interruption of health services and restrictions on movement increased maternal and neonatal complications, as well as mortality. Telemedicine emerged as a crucial solution, although inequality in technological access limited its effectiveness. Research Implications: It is imperative to strengthen digital health infrastructure, create strategic stockpiles of supplies, and implement policies aimed at ensuring equitable access to quality care for all women, regardless of their location or socioeconomic status, guaranteeing and promoting healthy lives for all (SDG:3). Originality/Value: This article provides originality by analyzing lessons learned in hospital maternal management during COVID-19, offering practical recommendations for resilient and equitable policies.