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Definition of Midwife, certified nurse
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Midwife, certified nurse: A person with an associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree in nursing who has also completed specialized training in midwifery. Abbreviated CNM. In the US, CNMs must earn certification from the American College of Nurse Midwives.
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