Midwife
OB/GYN
Department: OB/GYN
As a certified nurse midwife, I treat patients from their teenage years through menopause. I specialize in pregnancy and childbirth, as well as birth control counseling. I also provide overall wellness and preventive care. I am passionate about improving outcomes for traditionally underserved populations and have been involved with the Moms2B program here at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I love working in academic medicine because of the opportunities for interdepartmental collaboration and the commitment to evidence-based care, which strongly benefits our patients.
No two pregnancies or births are the same. My patients can expect individualized care plans when they come to see me, and can rely on me to listen to their concerns and advocate on their behalf. I prioritize fostering trusting relationships with my patients and I strive to empower each of them to take an active role in their health care journeys.
I have worked with patients across diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds in a variety of health care settings. I have witnessed that pregnancy and birth is a transformative time for every patient, no matter their background. I love that I have a unique ability to help guide and empower patients through such a life-changing experience.
In addition to my clinical work, I am active in research opportunities. I have worked on published research projects that studied the safety of water birth, as well as hydrotherapy during labor and delivery. I also teach medical students about midwifery care.
When I am not working, I enjoy cooking, entertaining and traveling with my family.
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I think Elizabeth Austin is fantastic!
I had a few different concerns about an ongoing issue and she was very attentive. She was able to give information and actionable next steps to treat the problem.
All good! She listened to me when I brought up something I wanted to ask about. Her answers were exactly what I needed to make an informed decision. There was no pressure to make one decision over another. She talked with me through the entire exam. She was great overall.
Elizabeth was wonderful to work with. She is compassionate and provides comprehensive care that made me feel respected and heard. She was easy to speak with and described treatment options in a way that I fully understood. I feel grateful to have received services from her.
Elizabeth Austin is the BEST! Please give her a raise. More importantly, please have her train all the other prescribers. She listens and cares for the patients. And she always remembers me.
Liked her bedside manner. Comfort in her knowledge.
Wasn't very personal and felt rushed. Information given was different than previous providers.
Personable, friendly, listened well.