Birth Center of Chicago and Burr Ridge Birth Center Recognized in ACNM’s 2023, 2022, Benchmarking Project

Twenty-nine member birth centers were recognized for their exemplary outcomes in the 2023 ACNM Benchmarking project. Each year, the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) asks midwifery practices with certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) or certified midwives (CMs) to participate in the ACNM Benchmarking Project. The purpose of this project is to gather and use data to monitor, maintain, and improve the quality of midwifery care.

BCC and BRBC both “Triple Aim” Best Practices

  • Primary cesarean birth rate < 23.9%

  • Preterm birth rate < 11.4%

  • Exclusive breastfeeding first 48 hours > 81%

  • Reporting fiscal outcomes

“Triple Aim” Best Practice recognizes practices that meet the Institute for Healthcare Improvement “Triple Aim” of improving the patient experience, reducing the cost of care, and improving the health of populations. This is demonstrated by high breastfeeding rates, low preterm birth and cesarean rates, and reporting fiscal variables.

2024 AABC Collaborating Physician Award Presented to Dele Ogunleye

During the 2024 AABC Birth Institute, Dele Ogunleye, MD, FACOG, was presented the 2024 AABC Collaborating Physician Award, recognizing his exceptional contributions to birth center care. He has been a steadfast advocate for birth centers, demonstrating a deep commitment to improving birth outcomes.

2024 AABC Professional Award Presented to Laura Wiegand, Rebeckah Orton, and Desiree LeFavre

In recognition of their groundbreaking work in birth center sustainability, Laura Wiegand, MBA, Rebeckah Orton, BS, RN, and Desiree LeFavre, CPM, LDM, received the AABC Professional Award at the 2024 AABC Birth Institute.