Stony Brook Midwifery Practice

01/07/2026

"I had such a positive experience with Susan Liang. She was kind, attentive, and genuinely caring. She took the time to listen to my concerns, answered all of my questions in detail, and explained everything in a way that made me feel calm and reassured. I left feeling supported and confident in my care."
-Google Review

Susan Liang, CNM
Certified Nurse Midwife
Stony Brook Medicine
(631) 444-4686

01/06/2026

✨ Meet the Midwives: Spotlight Series ✨ Our first spotlight of the year honors Chris Kocis, former Director of Midwifery.
A true pioneer of our practice, Chris helped shape who we are today. Her dedication, integrity, and genuine care continue to have a meaningful impact on our team and the families we serve. Read below to learn more about her.

✨How long have you been a midwife, and what led you to this work?
I have been a midwife at Stony Brook for almost 29 years! I worked as a nurse for 18 years prior to becoming a midwife and felt that the people I cared for did not have true advocates for their reproductive health care. I decided that becoming a midwife would give me the opportunity to fill that role and I have been happily advocating for these families ever since!

🩷 What do you love most about being a midwife?
There are so many wonderful aspects of practicing as a midwife; helping to educate women about options for their health care, having the honor of being present and witnessing their strength and power as they give birth and having a relationship with them that lasts a lifetime.

💭What does being part of the Stony Brook Midwives team mean to you?
Being a member of this incredible team of Stony Brook midwives has been such an honor and a joy. To be part of a highly functioning, skillful and caring group is truly a blessing for which I am eternally grateful. We have a shared mission and passion to provide respectful, evidence-based, quality care to all our patients.

⛵️Can you tell us a little about yourself outside of work?
Outside of work I am a mother to three and grandmother to nine. I enjoy cooking, gardening and sailing with my husband of 47 years! I have lived on Long Island most of my life and love all the aspects of the changing seasons. I am a big fan of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young and Grateful Dead music!

01/06/2026

A Doula is a trained, non-clinical birth companion who provides emotional and physical support and encouragement before, during and after labor as well as after delivery. Our Doulas can help you feel empowered, supported and heard. The best support starts with the right connection. Click the link below, and fill out our Doula Match Form as early as 20 weeks. You will be paired with a Doula who aligns with your personality, values and preferences so you feel comfortable and confident. stonybrook.info/doula

12/29/2025

"Nuria is absolutely amazing! She is kind, patient, caring, the list goes on! She really listens to all of your concerns and makes you feel so comfortable! Highly recommend seeing her!"
-Google My Business Review

Nuria Martinez, CNM
Certified Nurse Midwife
Stony Brook Medicine
(631) 444-4686

12/24/2025

"Tania was an angel, so comforting and reassuring! She answered every question and explained so much extra knowledge to my husband and I, we are so thankful. We look forward to more visits with her and to meet everyone else!"
-Google Review

Tania Alicea, CNM, IBCLC
Certified Nurse Midwife
Stony Brook Medicine
631-444-4686

12/19/2025

CenteringPregnancy is group prenatal care. What better way to hear the power of this program than through the voice of our actual parents?

Pregnancy is a journey that feels easier when you’re not walking it alone. In this patient testimonial, parents share how Stony Brook Medicine’s Group Prenat...

12/15/2025

"10 outta 10, she is personable, I didn't feel rushed, she is caring and overall a sweet human being. I am so happy and blessed to have found her."
-Google My Business Review

Rakiya Watts, CNM
Director of Midwifery
Stony Brook Medicine
(631) 444-4686

12/11/2025

Learn all about the role the midwives and doulas play! Check out this informative episode of Health Yeah, featuring Rakiya Watts, CNM, MSN, and Director of Midwifery, Heather Findletar Hines, DNP, CNM, and Noelle Beutler, community doula and childbirth educator with Stony Brook.

In this episode of HEALTH Yeah!, experts explore the distinct roles of midwives and doulas and how both contribute to the comprehensive care.

12/10/2025

"This is my second time having the , and I can never say enough good things about them! My experience with them has always been amazing. I feel seen, heard, cared for and taken seriously. My only regret is not doing the midwives with my first 2! But 2 out of 4 is better than none!"
-Google My Business Review

12/08/2025

"Kristen is the best! She is super outgoing and really makes you feel so comfortable!"
-Google My Business Review

Kristen Clemens, CM
Certified Midwife
Stony Brook Medicine
(631) 444-4686

12/05/2025

Voting is less than 2 weeks away! The Stony Brook Midwives have been nominated for the Best Midwifery Practice on Long Island. We are so thankful to the women who put their trust in us. With your help, we can achieve our 4th win in a row. We appreciate your support by voting at https://bit.ly/47VcqCp

12/04/2025

Don't miss our in-person Meet The program TONIGHT, 12/4, 7-8PM at the MART Auditorium (Stony Brook Hospital). You will get an opportunity to participate in a Q & A session, and become more comfortable by touring our Triage, Labor and Delivery and Postpartum rooms. It is a great way to be informed and get to know us! At this time, the program is limited to birthing parents only, and siblings are not permitted. No registration is required.
*Enter the main visitor parking lot. Go to the back left, away from the entrance. Park. (Any level is fine) Follow the signs by the staircases to the MART. (Exit the back of the lot, opposite the exit for the main hospital.) Enter the building by the sign for the Auditorium.