Angie Truesdale expands CenteringPregnancy, improving maternal health by advocating for equitable, community-focused prenatal care to reduce racial disparities.

The United States faces a maternal health crisis unlike any other developed nation, with alarming disparities in outcomes for Black mothers. As the CEO of the Centering Healthcare Institute, Angie Truesdale is leading a transformative effort to combat this crisis through CenteringPregnancy, a revolutionary prenatal-care model designed to improve birth outcomes, particularly for underserved communities.

A Vision for Change

Truesdale’s commitment to maternal health equity stems from a deep understanding of systemic healthcare challenges. Under her leadership, the Centering Healthcare Institute has expanded its reach, ensuring that more mothers receive quality prenatal care through a group-based model that fosters education, support, and improved medical outcomes.

CenteringPregnancy is a pioneering program that shifts prenatal care from a traditional one-on-one model to group-based care, where expectant mothers receive medical attention, education, and peer support in a structured setting. Studies show that this approach significantly reduces preterm births, improves neonatal health, and enhances maternal confidence, particularly for women of color who face disproportionate risks during pregnancy.

Expanding Access and Impact

Understanding the urgent need to bridge healthcare gaps, Truesdale has spearheaded initiatives to bring CenteringPregnancy to more communities nationwide. By forging partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and policymakers, she has helped secure funding and support to scale the program.

Her work extends beyond program expansion; she actively advocates for healthcare policies that address racial disparities in maternal mortality. Recognizing that access alone is not enough, Truesdale focuses on holistic, community-centered approaches that empower women with knowledge and resources, ensuring that prenatal care is not just a medical service but a transformative experience.

A Legacy of Empowerment

Under Truesdale’s leadership, the Centering Healthcare Institute continues to grow as a beacon of innovation in maternal health. Her dedication to evidence-based solutions and her unwavering commitment to addressing racial disparities set her apart as a leader in the field. By redefining prenatal care, she is not only improving birth outcomes but also shaping a future where every mother, regardless of race or socioeconomic status, has access to the care she deserves.

As the maternal health crisis in the U.S. continues to demand urgent attention, Angie Truesdale’s work stands as a testament to the power of innovation, advocacy, and community-driven solutions in saving lives and creating a healthier future for all mothers.