Bio
I am a graduate of the Nurse Midwifery program at Georgetown University and currently working as a Nurse Midwife for Baltimore Washington Medical Center in a faculty practice under the umbrella of the Univeristy of Maryland Medical Services in Baltimore Maryland. I provide full scope midwifery care to include antepartal/ intrapartal /postpartal and gynecological care.My office number is 410-553-8260.
I am a "YOU: On a Diet" success story! I lost 86 pounds and went from a size 20 to a size 4 by following Dr. Oz's weight-loss plan. As a health care provider who was too busy taking care of mypatients to take care of myself, I am now committed to join the "YOU Docs" and Sharecare to help America get their health back. I serve as an e-Coach for those desiring help to make lifestyle changes and I've developed a wellness program to help others become as successful as I have. I look forward to working with Sharecare as the "YOU Nurse/Wellness Warrior" and as an expertMidwife for all those healthy pregnancy questions. I am currently developing a Healthy Pregnancy Education Series utilizing the reference, "YOU: Having a Baby."
Specialties:
- Midwifery Nursing
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Affiliation:
- Baltimore Washington Medical Center
Location:
- Denton, MD
Group Memberships
Credentials
- Education
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Midwifery, Georgetown University, Washington, DC, 1990-1992
- Board Certifications
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Midwifery
- Additional Certifications of Specialty Qualifications
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- Professional Membership or Societies
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American College of Nurse Midwives
- Honors or Awards
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Whos Who American Colleges
- Publications
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Poster Presentation Why Women Chose Vaginal Birth After Ceserean Section versus Elective Repeat Ceserean Section
Activity
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What are the most common misconceptions about labor?
Many women hope for the kind of labor they see on TV -- short, sweet and easy. But giving birth typically takes hours, and often isn't so easy. Watch this video featuring nurse midwife Paula ...
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What are common misconceptions about pregnancy and diet?
Eating for two? Time to rethink your pregnancy diet. According to nurse midwife Paula Greer, moms-to-be need only 300 extra calories each day. Watch the video to learn about diet dos and don&...
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What is Sharecare?
Sharecare is a form of social media that allows consumers to get the best of healthcare information from a variety of healthcare experts. I encourage my clients to check out my page for answers to ...
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What is water therapy during labor?
Laboring in water has been shown to lower blood pressure by relaxing the mother to be and reducing her stress. Taking a warm bath or shower at home can be comforting and very relaxing in early labo...
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What should I keep in mind during pregnancy?
During pregnancy the key focus should be on having a healthy mom. Healthy moms grow healthy babies. Part of a healthy lifestyle is getting good nutrition with appropriate portion control, adequate ...
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Will I take a childbirth class if I participate in group prenatal care?
This model of care uses a facilitative leadership style from the health care provider that honors the basic principles of adult education. It is not a didactic class and the leader is not viewed as...
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How can I find out about Pregnancy Centering?
Information about starting the Centering Model of Care in your community or learning about credentialed sites offering this model of care near you can be found at www.centeringhealthcare.org. Pregn...
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Will insurance pay for group prenatal care?
Physical assessment is a component of the centering model. This qualifies centering to be billed in the same way that your insurance would regularly be billed for a prenatal visit. You will be rece...
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How can a pregnant woman accurately record her weight and blood pressure?
It is important to remember that a pregnant woman has the BEST interest of her baby at heart, and she will be careful about recording her weight and blood pressure. To help her be as accurate as po...
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What is the mission of Centering Healthcare?
The mission of Centering Health Care is to change the paradigm of health care services to a group care model in order to improve the overall health outcomes of mothers, babies, new families, and al...
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How is stress dangerous during pregnancy?
Although a certain amount of stress is normal and helpful in our lives chronic stress is not. Chronic stress destroys your sleep patterns and leads to heart disease, weakened immune systems, cancer...
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What are the benefits of aromatherapy?
Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils to help mom during her labor. They can be used to promote relaxation, to hide some of the smells of the hospital and the birth process, and to encourage pa...
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What exercises help prepare me for labor and delivery?
Regular exercise during pregnancy helps to maintain cardiovascular health, core body tone and maintain mom's strength. Regular exercise can help mom to have an easier labor, birth and recovery. Wal...
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Can I perform abdominal exercises throughout my pregnancy?
When patients ask me about doing abdominal exercises during pregnancy my answer is twofold. YES and NO.It is very important to have good abdominal muscles to support the body's core strength when p...
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Why is exercise important during pregnancy?
If the expectant mom has no medical restrictions staying active and participating in appropriate exercise during pregnancy will allow her to maintain a healthy cardiovascular status while maintaini...
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