Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG) honors the incredible work of our clinicians in advancing maternal health and transforming care. Each month, we’re spotlighting stories that showcase our clinicians’ expertise and impact, highlighting how they set the standard, drive innovation and redefine care. Click here to read some of our other clinician’s stories!
Expert voices in maternal care and safety
Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs) are vital in modern maternal healthcare, bringing expertise and compassion to expectant mothers. Abigail Johnson, a CNM practicing at Mercy Hospital Fort Smith in Arkansas as part of the OB hospitalist team, exemplifies this commitment by shaping maternal care, where she became the first onsite CNM.
Despite midwifery’s long-standing place in healthcare, Abigail often encounters individuals surprised by the continued presence and impact of midwives today. Through her work, she demonstrates how CNMs enhance patient outcomes and elevate the standard of care. The flexibility of the OBHG scheduling model also allows her to pursue her passions and mission-driven initiatives while maintaining her professional responsibilities.
Prioritizing patient safety and best practices
OBHG clinicians are maternal safety champions, setting the standard in maternal healthcare and ensuring that labor and delivery units operate with the highest standards of care. Abigail emphasizes the importance of collaboration, continuous learning and adherence to best practices. Regular case discussions, peer reviews and quality assessments enable teams to refine protocols and enhance patient safety.
Learn more about Abigail’s perspective on improving maternal outcomes here!
By providing 24/7 obstetric coverage, OBHG ensures that hospitals have immediate access to skilled providers, mitigating risks and improving response times during emergencies. This proactive approach strengthens patient outcomes and reinforces OBHG’s commitment to maternal health.
A passion for service beyond the hospital
Many OBHG clinicians are dedicated to making an impact beyond the hospital setting. With OBHG’s flexible scheduling model, clinicians have the time to pursue many passions outside of work—including participating in medical mission work. OBHG even offers scholarships to help clinicians participate in humanitarian efforts.
Last June, Abigail participated in a medical mission trip to the Dominican Republic, sponsored by Hope Ministries International. Alongside a team of medical, dental, and optical professionals, she helped provide essential care to more than 3,400 individuals across five remote villages.
One of the most profound moments of the trip was using a Doppler to allow expectant mothers to hear their baby’s heartbeat for the first time. This simple yet powerful experience reinforced the importance of compassionate, high-quality maternal care. The mission also provided medications, clothing, personal care items and small gifts for children, ensuring a holistic approach to community health.
Listen to Abigail share some highlights about her medical mission trip!
Advancing maternal health through collaboration
OBHG is committed to addressing critical maternal and infant health challenges. Through continuous education, real-time collaboration, and process improvement, clinicians work together to enhance maternal healthcare nationwide.
Every mother and baby deserve expert, compassionate care. OBHG supports clinicians like Abigail Johnson, whose dedication and expertise are shaping the future of maternal health—one patient, one birth, and one life at a time.
Listen to Abigail share how she is setting the standard as a CNM!
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OBHG is setting a new standard in maternal healthcare by fostering a culture of safety, education and collaboration. Clinicians like Abigail exemplify how hospital-based care is evolving to improve outcomes while offering personal and professional fulfillment. Click here to read some of our other clinician’s stories!