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Several papers based on OB COAP data have recently been accepted for publication!

  • Nethery E, Schummers L, Levine A, Caughey AB, Souter V, Gordon W. Birth outcomes for planned home and licensed freestanding birth center births in Washington State. In Press, Obstetrics & Gynecology.
    • Also selected as “Editor’s Choice” by Obstetrics & Gynecology (The Green Journal)
  • Levine A, Souter V, Sakala C. Are Perinatal Quality Collaboratives Collaborating Enough? How Including All Birth Settings Can Drive Needed Improvement in the U.S. Maternity Care System. In Press, Birth.
  • Chung E, Souter V, Painter I, Sitcov K. Exclusive Breastfeeding in the Northwest:  Disparities Related to Race/Ethnicity and Substance Use. In Press, Academic Pediatrics.

OB COAP Bibliography – April 2023

Opportunities exist to be involved in research. Contact the Director of Research, Vivienne Souter, MD or Executive Director, Kristin Sitcov for more information and to obtain an application.