Global Quality Maternal and Newborn Care: Midwifery Model
Discover effective strategies and proven interventions for enhancing maternal and newborn health across diverse global communities.
Discover effective strategies and proven interventions for enhancing maternal and newborn health across diverse global communities.
This course explores global quality maternal and newborn care, with a focus on the midwifery model of care. It covers key topics such as maternal and newborn health trends, the Quality Maternal and Newborn Care Framework, evidence-based care practices, care organization and delivery, respectful care, care philosophy, workforce development, and policy advocacy. The course is designed for healthcare professionals, administrators, policymakers, and advocates, offering insights into improving maternal and newborn health outcomes in various resource settings. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical case studies and expert perspectives to provide a comprehensive understanding of high-quality maternal and newborn care.
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What you'll learn
Analyze global trends in maternal and newborn health outcomes
Understand the components of the Quality Maternal and Newborn Care Framework
Evaluate evidence-based practices in maternal and newborn care
Explore strategies for organizing and delivering high-quality care across various settings
Understand the importance of respectful, culturally appropriate care
Analyze the impact of birth environment and interventions on maternal and newborn outcomes
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There are 8 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive overview of global quality maternal and newborn care, emphasizing the midwifery model of care. It begins with an examination of current maternal and newborn health trends globally, setting the context for the importance of quality care. The curriculum is structured around the Quality Maternal and Newborn Care Framework, covering key aspects such as care delivery, organization, values, and philosophy. Students learn about evidence-based practices in maternal and newborn care, the importance of respectful and culturally appropriate care, and strategies for strengthening the midwifery workforce. The course also addresses policy and advocacy issues, providing insights into how to implement and promote high-quality care systems. Throughout the course, case studies from various global settings illustrate the application of concepts in different contexts. The course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and tools to improve maternal and newborn health outcomes in their own settings.
Maternal and Newborn Health
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Quality Maternal and Newborn Care & the Midwifery Model of Care
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Care Delivery
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Care Organization
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Care Philosophy
Module 6 · 2 Hours to complete
Care Providers
Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete
Policy and Advocacy
Module 8 · 2 Hours to complete
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Dr. Combellick is a certified nurse midwife and graduate of the Yale School of Nursing, with a master's in nursing/midwifery and a PhD in Global Public Health from NYU. Her research explores the impact of birth interventions on the neonatal microbiome. She completed an Advanced Women’s Health Fellowship at the VA in West Haven, focusing on improving maternity care for high-risk individuals, particularly those with psychological trauma or mental health challenges. Dr. Combellick also investigates care models that support the natural biological and psychological processes during pregnancy and birth.
Assistant Professor of Nursing at Yale University
Dr. Michelle Telfer is a Certified Nurse Midwife and an Assistant Professor specializing in midwifery and women’s health at the Yale School of Nursing. She also holds a faculty position in the Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Telfer is a Fellow of the American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM) and serves on the Education Committee of the Division of Global Engagement at ACNM.She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Frontier Nursing University, a Master's in Global Public Health from Tulane University, and a Master's in Science in Midwifery from Columbia University. With nearly two decades of experience providing full-scope midwifery care in New York City and New Haven, CT, Dr. Telfer is actively involved in advancing midwifery education and clinical excellence, particularly in collaboration with Makerere University in Uganda to improve maternal and newborn health outcomes.
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