School of Medicine

Wayne State University School of Medicine

Midwifery Services

Nurse midwives are masters-prepared practitioners who possess a special understanding of women’s health and the birthing experience. For women seeking a more holistic approach to childbirth and general wellness, nurse midwives offer a highly personalized level of care.

Nurse midwives provide a wide range of services including:

  • Family planning and counseling
  • Pre-conceptual counseling
  • Pregnancy-related services (including delivery and postpartum care)
  • Adolescent pregnancy services
  • Screening and treatment for sexually-transmitted diseases
  • Colposcopy
  • Screening for breast and cervical cancer
  • Water Birth

Midwife Profiles