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Our
Midwives
Certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) are experienced
registered nurses who have completed a postgraduate obstetrical and gynecologic
program. They are nationally recognized health care specialists who assist
normal, healthy women in having babies, as well as handling gynecological health
needs. The CNMs at Shenandoah Women’s Healthcare are all certified by a national
board exam through the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM).
In addition, we are licensed and regulated by the
state of Virginia. As nurse-midwives, we work in association with
Len Aamodt, MD and
Evan Forsnes, MD.
They are Board-Certified OB/GYN physicians. They are caring and sensitive
physicians who provide us with excellent medical back-up. At Shenandoah Women’s
Healthcare pregnancy and birth are viewed as normal, healthy events in the life
of a family. Wellness and positive attitudes are promoted throughout a woman’s
life from adolescence through menopause.
As nurse-midwives we watch, test and examine
carefully for abnormalities and treat them early to prevent small problems from
becoming big ones. We believe that pregnancy and birth are natural and uniquely
personal events in a woman’s life. While respecting technology and what it
offers, we do not use it routinely. Additional testing may be ordered as the
need arises. Our midwifery service provides care throughout a woman’s life cycle
including annual GYN and breast exams, PAP smears, birth control methods,
pregnancy testing, and preconception counseling. The nurse-midwives offer
counseling in fertility awareness and PMS, as well as evaluation and treatment
of minor GYN problems. Our professional skills include minor procedures such as
colposcopy, endometrial biopsy, IUD insertion and assisting at Cesarean births.
The nurse-midwives are available 24 hours a day
to assist you with your medical needs or emergencies, as they may arise. Please
call our office number after hours if you need assistance and ask for the
midwife on call.
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