Judith P. Rooks Mph Cnm Facnm

About the Author

Judith P. Rooks, MPH, CNM, FACNM, is a distinguished midwife, educator, and advocate for evidence-based practices in women's health and childbirth. With decades of experience as a certified nurse-midwife and fellow of the American College of Nurse-Midwives, she has dedicated her career to advancing midwifery through research, policy development, and clinical innovation. Rooks has served in key leadership roles, including consulting for national health organizations and contributing to landmark studies on maternal care outcomes. Her work emphasizes integrating scientific evidence with compassionate, patient-centered approaches to empower women during pregnancy and birth. As an author and speaker, she continues to influence the field, promoting safer, more equitable maternity services worldwide.