American College of Nurse-Midwives

The American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) is the professional association that represents certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) and certified midwives (CMs) in the United States. ACNM sets the standard for excellence in midwifery education and practice in the United States and strengthens the capacity of midwives in developing countries. Our members are primary care providers for women throughout the lifespan, with a special emphasis on pregnancy, childbirth, and gynecologic and reproductive health.

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Professional Development

Quickening Highlights

Revising the FACNM Admission Criteria to Be More Inclusive:

The ACNM Fellowship will have the largest induction ever in May 2021! The enthusiastic increase in applications follows a year of work by the FACNM Board of Directors to review its inclusiveness and design a more welcoming application process.

The Do’s and Don’ts of the Deposition Process:

The medical specialty of obstetrics and gynecology is consistently in the top three to five medical specialties with the highest percentage of malpractice actions. Here are some tips that may be useful in helping prepare you for a deposition.