UB Launches Midwifery Program to Tackle Maternal Health Gaps | Buffalo News

Buffalo’s got a new midwifery powerhouse: the University at Buffalo is launching the state’s only upstate Doctor of Nursing Practice program to train certified nurse-midwives, tackling the region’s maternal health crisis head-on. With Black women in Buffalo facing up to five times the risk of pregnancy-related death, this initiative—led by two retired veterans of the field—aims to expand access to compassionate, culturally competent care across Western New York. Students will train in Buffalo and Rochester, gaining real-world experience in underserved communities while learning to support women’s health across their entire lifespan. This isn’t just another program—it’s a lifeline for moms who’ve been left behind. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/211229b1ba7a1aff