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Beth Murray Davis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology within McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences. Her scholarly work focuses on improving maternity care through research on gestational diabetes, pregnancy weight management, and the development of inclusive language in reproductive healthcare.
Dr. Murray Davis's research interests span obstetrics, gynecology, and midwifery with specific focus on gestational diabetes management, twin pregnancies, pregnancy weight gain counseling, and interprofessional education in maternity care. Her work examines how healthcare providers screen for and manage pregnancy complications, with particular attention to equity in maternal healthcare access and delivery.
Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on Canadian maternity care systems, with significant work on Canada's first Alongside Midwifery Unit (AMU). Her research combines quantitative and qualitative methods to explore patient experiences, provider practices, and health outcomes across various pregnancy conditions including gestational diabetes, hypertensive disorders, and twin pregnancies. There's a clear trajectory toward examining healthcare system adaptations during the pandemic and exploring innovative tools like point-of-care ultrasound in midwifery practice.
- SSHRC Race, Gender and Diversity Initiative funding ($812,000 combined award)
Dr. Murray Davis teaches multiple courses in the midwifery program including Foundations of Research for Midwifery Leadership, Advanced Clinical Skills, and Point of Care Ultrasound in Maternity Care. Her teaching spans from 2018 through 2025, indicating ongoing mentorship of midwifery students. While specific grant funding details beyond the SSHRC award aren't fully detailed in the available information, her extensive publication record (over 50 in the last 10 years) suggests sustained research activity.
Her work appears connected to Canada's first Alongside Midwifery Unit, where she has conducted multiple studies examining the built environment, safety protocols, and patient experiences. This suggests she is part of a research team focused on evaluating and improving integrated midwifery services within hospital settings.
