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Hazel Smith is an Associate Professor of Maternal and Child Health at Staffordshire University and Deputy Lead for the Centre for NMAHP Research and Education Excellence (CeNREE) at University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust. Her work focuses on advancing neonatal care, breastfeeding practices, and healthcare service design. She holds a PhD in Paediatrics & Child Health from University College Cork and has contributed to international clinical guidelines, including the World Health Organization’s breastfeeding recommendations. Hazel’s research has influenced clinical care protocols in multiple countries and led to the development of the Whitehouse-Smith model for clinical research nursing structures.
Education Background:
- PhD in Paediatrics & Child Health (2019), University College Cork
- MSc in Reproductive & Sexual Health Research (2009), London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
- BSc (Hons) Midwifery (2006), Anglia Ruskin University
Research Interests:
Hazel focuses on optimizing maternal and child health outcomes, particularly in neonatal care. Her work bridges clinical practice and policy, emphasizing evidence-based interventions and healthcare workforce development. Key areas include breastfeeding practices, pediatric critical care, and healthcare service design in underserved communities.
Key Contributions:
- Co-investigator on €581,000 Health Research Board grants since 2015
- Developed the Whitehouse-Smith model adopted by over 10 NHS Trusts
- Awarded for contributions to midwifery research and healthcare equity
Awards and Affiliations:
- Member of Health Research Authority’s London-Southeast REC
- Chief Midwifery Officer National Maternity Research Hub
- Recipient of Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023
Labs/Teams: Leads the CeNREE and collaborates with international networks like the Irish Research Nurses & Midwives (IRNM) Network and UK-Clinical Facility Network’s Workforce Development Committee.
