International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, International Certificate
(2015)
Conditions & Treatments
Pregnancy and Reproduction - Childbirth
Pregnancy and Reproduction - Prenatal Care
Women's Health
Pregnancy and Reproduction
Clinical Interests
Midwifery, waterbirth, and breastfeeding. Empowering patients in their health and births.
Care Philosophy
My care is based on the midwifery model. I strive to listen to and empower patients in their health. I believe in educating patients and their families, and shared decision making in their care. It is important that I provide options such as waterbirth and nitrous to patients and that the care I provide is evidence-based.
Personal Interests
My body is my temple and I like to take good care of it. I have a strong interest in nutrition and exercise. My favorite activities include CrossFit, spinning, and paddleboarding.
Volunteer Activities
I have been involved with the Center for Global Health, working on establishing a birth center to serve rural women in Guatemala, and training community nurses to be skilled birth attendants.
General Information
Graduate Schools:
MA, New York University
(1991)
MSN, University of California, San Francisco
(1996)