Graduate Schools :
Department: College of Nursing
- MSN, East Carolina University (2007)
- PhD, University of Colorado College of Nursing (2015)
- BSN, Georgia Southern University (1997)
Department: College of Nursing
Professional Titles
- Assistant Professor
- Specialty Director, Nurse-Midwifery Education Program
- Certified Nurse-Midwife
Research Interests
Reducing Cesarean Section Rates; Outcomes of Midwifery Care; Teamwork
Teaching
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Specialty Director, Nurse-Midwifery Education Program
(2016)
College of Nursing,
Midwife-Physician Collaboration, Interprofessional Education, Perinatal Care Quality Measurement, Outcomes of Midwifery Care, Teamwork, Health Systems Research
Practice Locations
Birth Center at Anschutz Medical Campus
12605 E. 16th Ave
5th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-4111
UCHealth University Nurse Midwives - Anschutz Medical Campus
1635 Aurora Ct
Anschutz Outpatient Pavilion, 3rd Fl
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-1060
Hospital Affiliation
12605 E. 16th Ave
5th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-4111
UCHealth University Nurse Midwives - Anschutz Medical Campus
1635 Aurora Ct
Anschutz Outpatient Pavilion, 3rd Fl
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-1060
Hospital Affiliation
- University of Colorado Hospital
Specialty Information
Specialties
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Certified Nurse Midwife, Board Certification (2007, 2015)
- American Midwifery Certification Board, Board Certification (2007)
Care Philosophy
My philosophy of care is best reflected in the American College of Nurse-Midwives Hallmarks of Midwifery: "The art and science of midwifery are characterized by the following hallmarks: -Recognition of menarche, pregnancy, birth, and menopause as normal physiologic and developmental processes -Advocacy of non-intervention in normal processes in the absence of complications - Incorporation of scientific evidence into clinical practice - Promotion of woman- and family-centered care - Empowerment of women as partners in health care - Facilitation of healthy family and interpersonal relationships - Promotion of continuity of care - Health promotion, disease prevention, and health education - Promotion of a public health care perspective - Care to vulnerable populations - Advocacy for informed choice, shared decision making, and the right to self-determination - Integration of cultural humility - Incorporation of evidence-based complementary and alternative therapies in education and practice - Skillful communication, guidance, and counseling - Therapeutic value of human presence - Collaboration with other members of the interprofessional health care team."
My philosophy of care is best reflected in the American College of Nurse-Midwives Hallmarks of Midwifery: "The art and science of midwifery are characterized by the following hallmarks: -Recognition of menarche, pregnancy, birth, and menopause as normal physiologic and developmental processes -Advocacy of non-intervention in normal processes in the absence of complications - Incorporation of scientific evidence into clinical practice - Promotion of woman- and family-centered care - Empowerment of women as partners in health care - Facilitation of healthy family and interpersonal relationships - Promotion of continuity of care - Health promotion, disease prevention, and health education - Promotion of a public health care perspective - Care to vulnerable populations - Advocacy for informed choice, shared decision making, and the right to self-determination - Integration of cultural humility - Incorporation of evidence-based complementary and alternative therapies in education and practice - Skillful communication, guidance, and counseling - Therapeutic value of human presence - Collaboration with other members of the interprofessional health care team."
Public Speaking
Yes
Leadership; Midwifery Practice
Yes
Leadership; Midwifery Practice
General Information
Graduate Schools:
- MSN, East Carolina University (2007)
- PhD, University of Colorado College of Nursing (2015)
Undergraduate Schools:
- BSN, Georgia Southern University (1997)
Department: College of Nursing