Emily S. Slocum

Dr. Emily S. Slocum is a Lecturer in the Department of Family and Community Health at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, where she contributes to the Nurse-Midwifery program and the Center for Global Women’s Health. With over 18 years of clinical experience, she brings a global perspective to her teaching and mentorship, having practiced in diverse settings including the Bronx, Nashville, and the Democratic Republic of Congo with Doctors Without Borders.

Education:

• DNP, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, 2023
• Post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing Education, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, 2023
• MSN in Midwifery, Yale University School of Nursing, 2004
• BA in Anthropology, University of Michigan, 1997

Dr. Slocum's research and teaching interests focus on nurse-midwifery, global women’s health, and evidence-based, compassionate care for underserved populations. Her anthropological background and Peace Corps service in Mali deeply inform her commitment to health equity and culturally responsive care. She emphasizes the integration of clinical knowledge with human-centered practice, preparing future nurses and midwives to lead on both individual and systemic levels.

Though no recent articles are listed, her contributions to the field include authoring two appendices in the 7th edition of Varney’s Midwifery, a foundational text in midwifery education.

Scientific Awards:

• Fellow of the American College of Nurse-Midwives (FACNM), 2024

Dr. Slocum is deeply committed to mentoring students at all levels, believing that diverse student backgrounds enrich her own practice and teaching. She views education as a reciprocal, lifelong process and aims to inspire future generations of midwives through her passion and clinical wisdom. While no specific grants are mentioned, her international work and educational leadership suggest active engagement in funded or institutional initiatives.

She is affiliated with the Center for Global Women’s Health, where she likely collaborates on initiatives related to maternal health, policy, and global clinical training.