A senior health official in South Australia has issued an apology to a pregnant woman in Adelaide after she was transferred between three hospitals while in severe pain. The woman experienced “stabbing pain” and ultimately required an emergency delivery and surgery to correct a twisted bowel. The series of hospital transfers occurred before the emergency delivery could take place, raising concerns about the standard of care provided. An investigation is underway to determine the reasons for the multiple transfers and identify any systemic issues within the healthcare system. The health official expressed regret for the distress and pain caused to the woman during a very vulnerable time. Further details of the review’s findings are expected to be released in the coming weeks.