How can healthcare settings advance equity in maternal care? This session introduces the Maternal Health Equity Toolkit, highlighting five priority areas for equitable care. Participants will explore at least two actionable equity-focused strategies, understand the role of patient, family and community engagement, and identify key stakeholders needed for an inclusive and impactful maternal health equity approach.
Postpartum care doesn’t end at six weeks—it lasts an entire year. This session examines evidence-based strategies for delivering high-quality, equitable postpartum care throughout the entire postpartum period. Participants will explore the direct impact of consistent care on maternal health outcomes and discuss key enabling factors for sustainable implementation within their communities.
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) impact countless birthing individuals and families. This session will provide a foundational understanding of PMADS, including prevalence, risk factors and effects on mental health. Attendees will learn to identify screening tools, explore resources and discuss best practices to ensure optimal patient care and support.
Social drivers of health (SDOH) play a critical role in maternal outcomes. This session will equip providers with strategies to integrate SDOH screenings and referrals into clinical workflows, apply respectful maternity care principles and evaluate available tools to connect patients with local support services for a more holistic approach to maternal care.
Midwifery is a powerful force in advancing reproductive justice and reducing birth disparities. This session will explore the intersection of midwifery and the reproductive justice framework, highlighting its role in improving birth equity and addressing systemic maternal health disparities.
Effective communication between providers and patients is essential for quality care. This session will uncover the impact of limited provider-patient communication, explore the barriers that hinder meaningful conversations and offer practical strategies to improve communication for better maternal health outcomes.
What is the current state of women’s health in Maryland, and what steps are being taken to improve it? This session will provide an overview of Maryland’s Women’s Health Action Plan, including key updates on its implementation. Participants will gain insights into actionable steps providers can take to enhance maternal health outcomes across the state.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. MedChi is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Serving Maryland, the District of Columbia, and portions of Virginia, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is the shared business name of CareFirst of Maryland, Inc. and Group Hospitalization and Medical Services, Inc. CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Medicare Advantage is the shared business name of CareFirst Advantage, Inc., CareFirst Advantage PPO, Inc. and CareFirst Advantage DSNP, Inc. CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Community Health Plan Maryland is the business name of CareFirst Community Partners, Inc. In the District of Columbia and Maryland, CareFirst MedPlus is the business name of First Care, Inc. In Virginia, CareFirst MedPlus is the business name of First Care, Inc. of Maryland (used in VA by: First Care, Inc.). CareFirst of Maryland, Inc., Group Hospitalization and Medical Services, Inc., CareFirst Advantage, Inc., CareFirst Advantage PPO, Inc., CareFirst Advantage DSNP, Inc., CareFirst Community Partners, Inc., CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Community Health Plan District of Columbia, CareFirst BlueChoice, Inc., First Care, Inc., and The Dental Network, Inc. are independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. BLUE CROSS®, BLUE SHIELD® and the Cross and Shield Symbols are registered service marks of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, an association of independent Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans.
Effective communication between providers and patients is essential for quality care. This session will uncover the impact of limited provider-patient communication, explore the barriers that hinder meaningful conversations and offer practical strategies to improve communication for better maternal health outcomes.
Midwifery is a powerful force in advancing reproductive justice and reducing birth disparities. This session will explore the intersection of midwifery and the reproductive justice framework, highlighting its role in improving birth equity and addressing systemic maternal health disparities.
Effective communication between providers and patients is essential for quality care. This session will uncover the impact of limited provider-patient communication, explore the barriers that hinder meaningful conversations and offer practical strategies to improve communication for better maternal health outcomes.
What is the current state of women’s health in Maryland, and what steps are being taken to improve it? This session will provide an overview of Maryland’s Women’s Health Action Plan, including key updates on its implementation. Participants will gain insights into actionable steps providers can take to enhance maternal health outcomes across the state.
How can healthcare settings advance equity in maternal care? This session introduces the MDMOM Maternal Health Equity Toolkit, highlighting five priority areas for equitable care. Participants will explore at least two actionable equity-focused strategies, understand the role of patient, family and community engagement, and identify key stakeholders needed for an inclusive and impactful maternal health equity approach.Â
Postpartum care doesn’t end at six weeks—it lasts an entire year. This session examines evidence-based strategies for delivering high-quality, equitable postpartum care throughout the entire postpartum period. Participants will explore the direct impact of consistent care on maternal health outcomes and discuss key enabling factors for sustainable implementation within their communities.
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) impact countless birthing individuals and families. This session will provide a foundational understanding of PMADS, including prevalence, risk factors and effects on mental health. Attendees will learn to identify screening tools, explore resources and discuss best practices to ensure optimal patient care and support.
