Ep 65 Jane Houston on redefining midwifery through quality improvement and research (PART 2)

Ep 65 (ibit.ly/Re5V) Jane Houston on redefining #midwifery through #qualityimprovement and #research (PART 2)

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When you think about midwifery, you're probably not seeing the full picture. Today, join us as we take a fascinating deep-dive with Jane, a pioneering midwife and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program graduate. Jane sheds light on her journey, revealing how the DNP program empowered her to elevate midwifery to a whole new level, and the critical roles research and quality improvement played in bettering patient care.

Our conversation takes intriguing turns as we explore the challenging yet rewarding journey of the DNP program. Jane enlightens us about projects such as introducing a water birth policy, contributing exciting insights into American and Scottish practices. We also delve into her current role in a residency program for Obstetrician residents where she emphasizes respectful care, effective teamwork, and the importance of physiologic birth. 

But it's not just about the learning; it's about the achievements. Our graduate guest recounts her joyous graduation moments and the pride she feels in her accomplishments. We also discuss the importance of advocacy work in projects and organizations, and how these endeavors contribute to advancing the midwifery profession. From participation in the Virtual International Day of the Midwife (VIDM) conference to promoting disability inclusion, this episode is a celebration of the monumental strides midwifery is making in the healthcare field. So, ready to discover the unexpected? Tune in!

Chapters

• 0:15 Improving Midwifery Practice Through Research
• 9:13 DMP Program Challenges and Women's Healthcare
• 23:28 Celebrating Graduation and Impactful Achievements
• 27:27 Leadership, Teaching, and Mentoring Midwives
• 32:59 Global Reach of Virtual Midwifery Conference
• 45:50 Exploring Midwifery and Disability
• 50:18 Gratitude and Midwife Research Opportunities