The Online Suturing Workshop
Master Perineal Repairs With Confidence
11.5 CE with 3.5 Rx CE from ACNM
“After a decade in practice, I still gained substantial knowledge and insight from it. I recommend it to all of my students and colleagues, including the residents and attending physicians.” -E.S. DNP, APRN, CNM, WHNP
“This course should be REQUIRED for all MIDWIVES.”
-K.L. CNM
This workshop is for midwives ready to prevent complications and gain confidence by mastering advanced suturing techniques tailored to every unique wound.
WHY you NEED to take this SUTURING workshop…
Design individualized suturing plans that consider lifestyle needs, health status, nerve innervation, and tissue perfusion.
Reduce perineal pain and expedite healing
Recognize OASIS and other wound complications early to improve patient outcomes
Choose the optimal suture material for each wound and individual patient
Master OASIS repair techniques and confidently prepare for proctoring
Gain essential knowledge on FGM and deliver sensitive, informed care
HOW it works…
Register today
Check your inbox
Log in and start watching your lectures
Pass the Quizzes
Practice suturing skills to mastery
Claim your CE certificate worth 11.5/0.75 Rx CE from ACNM.
Re-watch and access materials for a full year
WHAT’s in the course SYLLABUS?
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Learn how the wound and your repair interact with movement, health conditions including age and diabetes, how to navigate nerve-rich tissues, and think critically about a whole-person approach to wound repairs.
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Understand the biocompatibility of suture materials and how to select the best type for each individual patient, the pharmacology of lidocaine, needle sizes and suture guages, and more.
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Understanding research, over and underdiagnosing OASIS, how to approach each repair, anatomy review, and more
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Real-life examples to bring the research to life. Integrate your knowledge and think critically about wound complications, suture material selection, when to suture skin or not, when to not suture at all, and sociocultural considerations.
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Learn the easiest and strongest knot-tying method, 1st-4th degree techniques, labial and periurethral lacerations, the no knot method, 2-layer technique, skin closer, changing directions, tying off, and rational and discussion about variations and long-term outcomes.
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Understand the cultural impact of FGM repairs, techniques, sociopolitical considerations for the clinician, episiotomies, antenatal preparation, and recovery expectations.
“I’ve taken several suturing workshops, but I’ve never had such an insightful teacher. It’s not just her experience and deep knowledge- it’s the way she breaks things down so everyone can understand”- L. B-C. DNP
ACNM-approved • On-demand • 12 months of access
“I WISH I had taken this course sooner.”
WHO is the PROFESSOR for this course?
Dara Fields MSc, APRN, CNM has been practicing midwifery since graduating from Columbia University in 2008. She has had the honor of serving families of the Navajo Nation, working with traditional parteras in the Andes mountains, and practicing western healthcare in both the community & hospital settings. She founded a thriving integrative practice and has worked as adjunct faculty for nursing and medical schools in both clinical and didactic education. Her passion for midwifery and resident education is apparent through her numerous teaching awards. Dara additionally holds a B.A. in Sociology and Cultural Anthropology. She brings a sociocultural approach to curriculum development that truly sets her teaching apart.
Dara also has two beautiful children, both born at home, and an amazing husband who truly embraces wholehearted living.
“Can’t believe how a few suturing tweaks made such a massive difference. Patients experience less pain and heal more quickly because of what I learned in this course.” R. D. APRN, CNM
ACNM-approved • On-demand • 12 months of access
Here’s PROOF that this course is exactly what you NEED.
“You need this workshop. I didn’t know what I didn’t know- and as a new midwife, I didn’t know a lot.” -C.B. RN, APRN, CNM
ACNM-approved • On-demand • 12 months of access
Frequently asked questions.
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🌟 You’ll receive 11.5 CE credits with 3.5 RxCE from ACNM upon completing the course.
🌟 The student version of the course does not offer continuing education credits.
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From the date that you register, you have 12 months to complete the course and access the materials. Our software runs on universal time so be sure to finish your course 24-48 hours before the deadline to account for the variations in time zones.
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Unfortunately, due to the nature of continuing education courses, we are not able to grant extensions.
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Email us at hello@midwifeCE.com anytime and we’ll make sure you are supported within 24-48 hours.
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Because SNMs don’t need continuing education credits, we have a special student version of the workshop. Click on the button at the top or bottom of the page that says “For Students” to register for only $99. No continuing education credits are awarded upon completion of the student course.
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We offer discounts to midwives in countries where the exchange rate would be cost-prohibitive. Just email us at hello@midwifeCE.com
The CE-free, student version of the course is available for only $99 because it doesn’t carry the overhead cost of continuing education management.
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When you register for the course, you’re agreeing to our terms and conditions. Refunds are not permitted once you have accessed the course materials. Otherwise, we offer a 14-day refund option.
Ready to feel confident & competent in EVERY repair?
Just one MORE thing…
We’re GIFTING you with professionally designed HANDOUTS that are available for YOU to download and use in YOUR practice.
And DOWN to business…
This course is worth $499 but because this is such an important and lifesaving topic, you can have it for only $299. That’s how serious we are seeing your practice and community thrive.
What’s it WORTH?
Upon completion of the course, you’ll receive 11.5 CE credits with 3.5 RxCE from ACNM. The student version of the course does not award continuing education credits.
Still have QUESTIONS?
You can email us at hello@midwifeCE.com to ask questions about our policies, terms and conditions, or special considerations. You can also ask questions about the curriculum and your professor will email you personally.
“This course gave me decades of experiential wisdom. I can’t thank you enough.” T. M. RN, CNM
ACNM-approved • On-demand • 12 months of access
“Midwife CE was born out of a desire to enhance midwives’ CONFIDENCE in clinical EXPERTISE so that they can TRANSFORM lives, improve HEALTH outcomes, and CLAIM their seat at the POLICY-MAKING table whether that’s at the institutional, state, or national level. “
-Dara Fields MSc, APRN, CNM
