The Council of Licensed Midwifery is comprised of nine members appointed by the State Surgeon General.
The council’s responsibilities are:
- Assist and advise the department in developing rules relating to: training requirements, including core competencies, for persons training to become licensed midwives; the licensure examination; fees; the informed consent form; responsibilities of midwives; emergency care plans; records and reports to be filed by licensed midwives; and other regulatory requirements developed by the department.
- Assist the Department in developing rules to implement section 467.205, F.S. relating to approval of midwifery training programs.
Licensed Midwifery
A license issued by the Florida Department of Health is required to practice midwifery, per Chapter 467, Florida Statutes.
- Monitor and inform the department on the practice of midwifery in other states and countries by persons who are not nurses.
- Educate the public and other providers of obstetrical care about the role of licensed midwives.
- Collect and review data regarding licensed midwifery.
- Recommend changes in the Midwifery Practice Act to the department and the legislature.
- Address concerns and problems of practicing licensed midwives in order to promote improved safety in the practice of midwifery.
View resources and information pertinent to your position on the Division of Medical Quality Assurance’s board member website.
Council Members
The Council of Licensed Midwifery is an advisory council to the Department of Health comprised of nine members, to include:
- One certified nurse midwife
- One obstetrician certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- One family physician certified by the American Board of Family Practice
- One pediatrician certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
- Four licensed midwives
- One consumer member
Membership
Melissa Conord-Morrow, LM, RN, Chair
Appointed: 03/06/2015 – 03/05/2019
(Midwife)
Vacant
(Midwife)
Charlie Young, LM
Appointed: 06/02/2017 – 06/01/2021
(Midwife)
Vacant-Midwife
(Midwife)
Vacant
(Pediatrician)
David S. Stewart, MD
Appointed: 03/13/2015 – 03/12/2019
(Obstetrician)
Vacant
(Family Practice Physician)
Gerri DiBartolo, MSN, APRN, CNM
Appointed 08/01/20-08/01/24
(Certified Nurse Midwife)
Vacant
(Consumer)
Council Member Appointments
Interested in appointment (or reappointment) to the Council of Licensed Midwifery? Complete an appointment questionnaire online.
Council Staff
Stephanie Webster
Executive Director
Shawntrell Ash
Program Operations Administrator
Vacant
Regulatory Supervisor Consultant
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I become a council member?
Council members are appointed by the Surgeon General of the Department of Health. You may apply by contacting us.
Who can attend Council meetings?
All council meetings are open to the public and you are encouraged to attend.
How can I get a Council agenda?
You may request to be placed on the Councils Interested Parties list. The Council routinely sends out agenda outlines to interested parties 7-10 days prior to an upcoming council meeting.
How can I file a complaint against a licensee?
You may print the complaint form from our website or call to request one by mail.
To file a complaint on a non-medical related business or profession, please visit Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
How can I check if someone is licensed?
You may use our License Look-Up Search Screen. The best results often occur when the system receives the least amount of information.
How can I get a list of licensee information?
To obtain an electronic listing of active and inactive licensee’s mailing addresses and license status for DOH/MQA regulated professions use our Licensee Data Information service.
The Department does not maintain email addresses, fax or telephone numbers in the normal course of business.
Do I have to return to school if I have completed a medical/midwifery program in another country or state?
Yes, because of the vast differences in the training of licensed or direct entry midwives, Florida requires everyone to enter one of the following three programs: a 3 year program; a 2 year program; or a 4 month pre-licensure course.
Can I take the exam prior to applying for licensure?
Yes, but not through the state of Florida. You would need to apply directly to North American Registry of Midwives.
Testing Department:
Ida Darragh
PO Box 7703
Little Rock, AR 72217
888-353-7089 or 501-296-9769
Testing@NARM.org
I am a certified nurse-midwife, how do I obtain a license?
Anyone interested or requesting information regarding certified nurse-midwives to please contact the Florida Board of Nursing.
Where can I find information about birth centers?
Contact the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.