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Professor Sadie Geraghty is a distinguished academic and National Head of Discipline (Midwifery) at the School of Nursing & Midwifery, University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle Campus. She holds a PhD, MEd, MMid, BSc (Hons), BA (Hons), and is a Registered Midwife with extensive clinical and academic experience. Her leadership role underscores her national influence in midwifery education and policy.
Her educational background reflects interdisciplinary excellence:
- PhD
- Master of Education (MEd)
- Master of Midwifery (MMid)
- Bachelor of Science (Hons)
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
- Registered Midwife (RM)
Sadie Geraghty's research is deeply rooted in improving midwifery practice, with core interests in Indigenous birth cultures, perinatal mental health, evidence-based care, and global midwifery, particularly in Ghana. Her work emphasizes feminist ethics, cultural safety, and participatory action research, aiming to empower women and midwives alike. She investigates critical issues such as breech birth, substance use in pregnancy, prison health, and the implementation of clinical guidelines.
Her recent publications reveal a strong trend toward feminist ethics, participatory methodologies, and practical tools for improving midwifery care. Key themes include gender-neutral language, care ethics frameworks, decision-making in breech birth, and the development of instruments to identify barriers to innovation. Her work spans both Australian and international contexts, demonstrating a commitment to global midwifery advancement.
Her significant scientific contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards:
- Metropolitan Midwife of the Year in WA (2010–2011)
- Nurse/Midwife of the Year in WA (2011)
- Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching (2016)
- Iolanthe Midwifery Trust Grant (2001)
Professor Geraghty is an active research supervisor, guiding numerous PhD and Master’s students on diverse topics from Indigenous health to Ghanaian midwifery challenges. She has secured substantial grant funding from national and international bodies, including the Australian Research Council, NCSEHE, and the Rosemary Norman Foundation, supporting projects on virtual reality education, cultural safety, and breastfeeding outcomes. Her role as an Editorial Board Member for the British Journal of Midwifery and her professional affiliations with the Australian College of Midwives and the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council further highlight her leadership in the field.
She has been instrumental in community engagement, establishing the first antenatal clinic in a maximum-security women's prison in Western Australia (2009–2011) and co-organizing the Midwifery Moving Forward Conferences. Her creative work, including the novel Outback Angel, bridges clinical practice with narrative, enriching the discourse on midwifery and healthcare.
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