Giving birth is always transformative, but for Certified Nurse Midwife Lydia Schmittel, it was a turning point in her life in more ways than one—it pointed her toward a career in midwifery. “After the birth of my first two children I realized how transformative giving birth can be, and how deeply the birth attendant can […]
Our main Chapel Hill office was flooded. We have a temporary location at 110 Conner Dr. Suite 4, which is in the building directly below 120 Conner Dr.
At first, Dr. Miller was headed toward a career in public policy… but something changed during her junior year in college. She took a course in human physiology, and this fostered a love of medicine that enabled her to be a leader in providing compassionate care to all our patients. “I was drawn to the […]
Amy Tretola’s letters take on a different tone these days. Amy is part of our team at Chapel Hill OBGYN. And this month is special to her. During her fight with breast cancer, she would often write notes and letters to her children, who, at that time, were in fifth and second grade. These letters […]
It may not have been what your typical 11 or 12-year-old would read—-but for Dr. Chappell, discovering the biographies of famous physicians fostered a love of learning and a passion for science classes that would shape her career choice. She has been with Chapel Hill OBGYN for more than 30 years, providing compassionate care for […]
Central Africa is a world away from Chapel Hill, but for Melinda Everett, it was a place that transformed her very being. Her years in the Peace Corps led her to discover a career full of compassion and understanding. Her journey is inspirational, and it shaped her philosophy of care as a Certified Nurse Practitioner. […]
We want you to get the care you need while protecting {our patients} you and our staff during this challenging time. Therefore, in response to the COVID-19 crisis and an active flu season, we’re offering telemedicine services. Are you new to telemedicine? Don’t worry; we’ll review who is an appropriate candidate for telemedicine, how it […]
Posted April 3, 2020. Due to the developing nature of the virus, some information may be outdated. Always consult reliable sources for the most up-to-date information. We have listed reliable sources throughout this article. The coronavirus seemed to appear from nowhere, quickly making its way across the globe and affecting every aspect of American life—and […]
We know you are concerned during this time of uncertainty. We understand that it’s stressful to see your world transformed due to a serious virus that is impacting the entire globe. But we want to emphasize that this is a time for preparation, not panic.
While most women picture nurse midwives as helping deliver babies, there’s so much more to their role than assisting during labor. What do certified nurse midwives do? The answers may surprise you as we examine the common misconceptions about these important members of your health care team. Misconception #1: What do certified nurse midwives do? […]