The term midwife, meaning "with a woman" was first recorded in 1300. Historically, the major role of midwives was to provide care to women during normal pregnancy and delivery.
Paragon's Certified Nurse-Midwives are registered nurses who have received advanced training in women’s health and midwifery. Paragon’s Certified Nurse-Midwives have earned a master’s degree from an educational institute accredited by the American College of Nurse-Midwives. They have also passed a national certification examination.
Today, Certified Nurse-Midwives write prescriptions and provide a variety of services, including:
• Prenatal care
• Labor & delivery care
• Care after birth
• Disease prevention
• Family planning assistance
• Gynecological exams
• Health maintenance counseling
• Menopausal management
• Preconception care
Possibly one of the best-known features of nurse-midwifery is the
commitment to facilitating uncomplicated pregnancy and delivery. Certified Nurse-Midwives are especially skilled at using alternative birthing positions, birthing balls, hydrotherapy, and massage. Their supportive presence during labor allows them to utilize and encourage these alternatives with women.
Mary R. Franklin, C.N.M.
Alice W. Gordon, C.N.M.
Catherine M. Mihalik, C.N.M.
Molly E. Kerstetter, C.N.M.
Nadia E. Podojil, C.N.M.
Carol M. Rinehart, C.N.M.
Lisa L. Warner, C.N.M.
Bobbi S. Claypoole, C.N.M.
Laura D. Neal, C.N.M.
Teresa M. Edwards, C.N.M.
