Rita H Kelly, MD - Carolina Women's Health Center

I chose to become a midwife because of the incredible positive impact that midwives make on public health across the globe. I wanted to help create spaces where families could welcome new members surrounded by love and in their own power. I also wanted to foster a clinical environment where people felt that they were in control of their own bodies when it came to healthcare decision-making. I believe that every person deserves to have their voice heard and valued by their healthcare provider. I believe that having the opportunity to accompany people during rites of passage such as birth is an honor-one that I hold sacred. I believe that increased access to midwifery care is an essential piece of achieving birth equity in the United States. My areas of clinical interest include reproductive justice, birth equity and trauma-informed care. Outside of work, I like to read, bike, travel, and spend time with my family and friends.

During my ten years of practice as a CNM, I have delivered over 1,000 babies, and each and every one I consider to be blessed to have been a part of. I am passionate about providing care to women and families across the lifespan and enjoy working with the multi-disciplinary team at NC OB/GYN and Midwifery in Holly Springs. I have an enthusiasm for growth, I love educating women, and consider myself to be a great teacher to many including midwifery students for the past nine years. When I am not working, I enjoy camping, hiking, and working on my mini farm with the garden, goats, chickens and dogs. Family time is important; I love spending time with my husband, three children and sweet grandbaby boy that I delivered in 2020. I am honored to work with and provide care to those in the community and am excited to continue forming long-lasting relationships with women and families in North Carolina.