Why Nurse-Midwives Are Key to Expanding Maternal Health Care in Pennsylvania

aired; July 20, 2026 Access to maternity care remains a growing challenge in Pennsylvania and across the country, particularly in rural and underserved communities. On The Spark, we spoke with Peter Johnson, the first male president of the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), and Michelle Munroe, ACNM’s CEO, about the critical role nurse-midwives play in improving maternal and infant health outcomes. Our conversation explored the increasing demand for maternity care providers, workf...