Brianna Shipp, CNM is a Certified Nurse Midwife with Beacon Kalamazoo Women's Health. Brianna provides prenatal, perinatal, postpartum and gynecological care to women of all ages. Education, awards and recognition: • Masters of Science in Nursing Midwifery Concentration, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Ml. • Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Ml. • 2023 Ascension LOV... Read More about Brianna L. Shipp, CNM, MSN - Beacon Kalamazoo Women's Health

Jennifer Klump, DNP-CNM, is a Certified Nurse Midwife with Beacon Kalamazoo Women's Health. Jenn is board-certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board. She chose a career in healthcare because it is mutually beneficial and rewarding. She believes access to healthcare in an equitable manner makes a difference to so many. Jenn has a special interest in providing care to individuals... Read More about Jennifer S. Klump, DNP-CNM - Beacon Kalamazoo Women's Health

About Lindsay Scheffers With a love for helping people, Lindsay Scheffers, CNM, was led to a career in nursing while in high school. “I care for women through their lifespan,” she says. Lindsay earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN, and completed her Certified Nurse Midwife education at Wayne State University, Detroit, MI. Her work... Read More about Lindsay Scheffers, CNM - Beacon Kalamazoo Women's Health

About Daniela Zehr-Butler As a little girl growing up in Bolivia, Daniela Zehr-Butler, CNM, remembers playing nurse and putting Band-Aids on her young siblings. Her first exposure to a very sick infant who then later died, showed her first-hand the frailty of life. “From that point on, I learned the importance of education and vowed I would do my best... Read More about Daniela Zehr-Butler, CNM - Beacon Kalamazoo Women's Health

Emma attributes the circle of midwives who have supported her as the biggest influence in her chosen career path. As Emma has seen the positive impact midwives can have all over the world, it inspired her to join such an incredible profession. “Midwifery is such a unique career path because it is based on trusting the human body and what... Read More about Emma Zielinski, MSN, CNM

Jessica chose midwifery as it is a profound privilege to work with women and their families during some of the greatest transitions of their lives. The biggest influence Jessica’s life has been the women that are in it. Her mother taught her to have a strong work ethic, her colleagues taught her perseverance, and her patients taught Jessica the definition... Read More about Jessica Travis, MSN, CNM

Brandi was drawn into this specialty out of amazement for the process of pregnancy and birth. She knew she wanted to be a midwife because she values health promotion and non-intervention in natural processes. One reason she enjoys going to work every day is because of the opportunity to share in the amazing process of pregnancy and birth. She also... Read More about Brandi Boone, CNM

Jennifer is very passionate about women’s healthcare. Her career path started as a registered nurse. After practicing for more than 16 years, Jennifer decided to further her education by pursuing a Master’s degree in certified nurse midwifery. Jennifer felt it was really important to show her children and family that through hard work you can accomplish your goals and make... Read More about Jennifer Shanley, CNM

Being a nurse-midwife is a lifelong career for Tracy. She loves that she gets to provide care for women over their entire lifespans. Tracy has worked in women’s health for over 25 years and has a special interest in perimenopause, female incontinence and infertility. Tracy credits nurse-midwife Kitty Ernst as the biggest influence in her life. Kitty was known as... Read More about Tracy Anderson, CNM

Lanie attributes her three children as being the biggest influence in her life. She says they have taught her to look at things from a different perspective. Lanie says her career in nurse midwifery is extremely rewarding. Being able to meet women at the clinic and the opportunity to attend births helps Lanie develop and nurture long-term relationships with her... Read More about Lanie Santos, CNM

As a certified nurse-midwife, I see my primary role as listening to and partnering with women and their families. This takes place across a woman's lifespan whether they are pregnant, giving birth, postpartum, seeking well-women care, interested in family planning, or coming in with concerns about their health. I am excited to get to know you and your family while... Read More about Ruth Tatara, MSN, CNM

Elizabeth chose a career in midwifery after seeing the connection between proper healthcare and individual’s empowerment. She believes patients who have access to a provider they can trust will have less stress in their lives because their concerns are being heard. Elizabeth loves meeting new patients and making plans for their health together. Whether it is discussing a birth plan... Read More about Elizabeth Amaya, MSN, CNM

From a very early age, Jana was fascinated with birth and pregnancy. As she grew into adulthood, she began to have an appreciation for all aspects of women’s health. Each day brings new challenges and Jana is motivated to find the solutions that benefit her patients. In her free time, Jana enjoys yoga, bird watching, hiking, board games and paddle... Read More about Jana Flesher, CNM

Lori has been a certified nurse-midwife for more than 25 years. She is passionate about women’s health and caring for a diverse population of people and their families. Lori is married with three children and spends time volunteering for youth sports and academic programs. I practice midwifery as a partnership with my patients. My job is to educate women about... Read More about Lori Kellogg, CNM

For Megan, midwifery is her calling. She became a midwife to educate and empower women to take control of their well-being. Supporting women through all of life’s transitions is a fulfilling, humbling and fun job for her. She gets excited to go to work each day as she thinks about the women she will meet and the relationships she will... Read More about Megan Danielson, DNP, CNM

Lori was inspired to become a certified nurse midwife (CNM) by the midwives she worked with when she was a labor and delivery nurse. Their approach to prenatal care was far more personalized and patient-centered than anything she had previously experienced. Lori loves being a CNM because every day is a new experience for her. She enjoys meeting new patients... Read More about Lori Kur, MSN, CNM