Thomas P Townsend, AUD, CCC-A

The Eleanor M. Luse Center for Communication, part of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences at the University of Vermont, focuses on advancing the field of communication sciences and disorders. It offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including degrees in Speech-Language Pathology and various certificates and minors. The center is dedicated to research and student opportunities, fostering an environment that emphasizes academic excellence and practical experience in communication sciences. With a commitment to education and community engagement, the Eleanor M. Luse Center plays a vital role in shaping future professionals in the field. Generated from the website

Meredith Merritt is a certified nurse midwife at the University of Vermont Medical Center. She specializes in low-risk pregnancy, labor and birth, postpartum care, breastfeeding support, well-woman gynecology and contraceptive management. She finds it a privilege to be present during prenatal care, labor and birth, and is honored to partner with women during this powerful transition. Her focus is on education and listening to women so they feel empowered by their experience. Learn more about midwifery services at the UVM Medical Center.