Denise Colter Smith, PhD, CNM
Assistant Professor, College of Nursing
Graduate Schools
- MSN, East Carolina University (2007)
- PhD, University of Colorado College of Nursing (2015)
Undergraduate School
- BSN, Georgia Southern University (1997)
Languages
EnglishDepartment
College of NursingProfessional Titles
- Assistant Professor
- Specialty Director, Nurse-Midwifery Education Program
- Certified Nurse-Midwife
Recognitions
- MG Kenyon Award for Faculty Research, Madigan Army Medical Center (2008)
Research Interests
Reducing Cesarean Section Rates; Outcomes of Midwifery Care; TeamworkProfessional Memberships
- American College of Nurse-Midwives, member
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Educational Affiliate
- Association of Women's Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses, member
Practice Locations
Birth Center at Anschutz Medical Campus12605 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