A strong network of Frontier Nursing University (FNU) students, graduates and preceptors are spearheading a maternity revolution in the United States through their work at birth centers. Birth centers (BCs) are health care facilities for childbirth where care is provided in the midwifery and wellness model. BCs are not hospitals, but rather freestanding entities integrated into the health care system and guided by principles of prevention, sensitivity, safety, appropriate medical intervention … [Read more...]
Alumni Spotlight: Jennifer Stevens DrPHc, CNM, MS
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) alumna Jennifer Stevens DrPHc, CNM, MS uses her nurse-midwifery degree to help women across the world. Based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Jennifer is a midwife specialist for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). Jennifer graduated in 2001 from Frontier’s CNEP (Class 28) and earned her MS in Midwifery at Philadelphia University. She worked for 10 years in a freestanding birth center before a stint with Midwives for Haiti (founded by a fellow FNU alumnus) … [Read more...]
FNU Graduates Answer the Call with a Focus on Diversity
On October 20, 2018, a melting pot of over 800 newly-minted nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners from 47 states and three countries was charged with improving the landscape of maternity and family care. Each graduate that was recognized at the commencement festivities had completed his or her respective programs between October 2017 and October 2018. While enrolled in distance education programs, these Frontier Nursing University (FNU) students learned more than just the technical aspects … [Read more...]
Building a Diverse Midwifery Workforce in the United States to Improve Maternity Care Outcomes
By: Dr. Susan Stone, Frontier Nursing University President Frontier Nursing University, a leading educator in graduate nursing and midwifery, strives to bring greater awareness to the important role of nurse-midwives and provide resources for others who may be thinking about a career in nurse-midwifery. We advocate for integrating midwifery into the health care system to improve access to care, as nurse-midwives play an integral role in maternity and primary care for women and … [Read more...]
Frontier Nursing University President Dr. Susan Stone Elected to National Academy of Medicine
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) president Dr. Susan Stone, DNSc, CNM, FACNM, FAAN, has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine (NAM). Dr. Susan Stone has served as President of Frontier Nursing University since 2001. NAM states the election recognizes Dr. Stone’s achievements that have opened the door to more than 5,000 nurses to achieve graduate education and positively impact the accessibility of quality health care for rural families across the United States. Dr. Stone is a … [Read more...]
Answering the Call: Mairi Wiles Reflects on the Path to Becoming a Nurse-Midwife
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) student Mairi Wiles, BSN, RN, who had a unique journey to her career in midwifery, recently shared her thought-provoking poem and thoughts at FNU’s 2018 Diversity Impact. Just 10 years ago, Mairi was a soul-searching study-abroad student who had only recently learned about progressive birth options. At the time, she had no plans to pursue a nurse-midwifery specialty given its long, challenging and academically rigorous path. But, the more of the world she … [Read more...]
FNU Graduate is Part of the First Podcast of its Kind in “Midwifing America”
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) graduate Angela (Angie) Chisholm, CNM is improving maternity care with an uniquely informative new podcast, entitled “Midwifing America.” The podcast is on a mission to reimagine women’s healthcare in the United States. In the wake of a mounting maternal health crisis, each Midwifing America episode highlights stories from health care providers and the women they serve to illustrate the state of maternity care. Angie, one of the four podcast hosts, … [Read more...]
FNU Features Exciting Lineup of Virtual Events for 2018-19
Fall Term at Frontier Nursing University (FNU) rings in a vibrant series of annual virtual events. The goal of the FNU Virtual Events series is to share ideas and knowledge with current and prospective nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners that will help improve care for women and families. These events are FREE and open to the public, and we invite you to join us in these important discussions. Below is the current lineup: September 30-October 6: National Midwifery Week Virtual … [Read more...]
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