free LIVE Class

An Obstetrician's Perspective on Birth

with Dr. Ulrich Bartels
Thursday, 2 April 2026 at 19h UK time
While both obstetricians and midwives strive to provide safe care in the birth room, controversy often arises over the appropriate level of intervention due to different perspectives and values. Listening to both sides can be very enlightening and open up a greater understanding for where each professional comes from.

In this talk, Ulrich Bartels, hospital obstetrician for over two decades in the UK and Ireland, will share his perspective and experience. We will hear about the most rewarding and the most difficult aspects of his work, how his view on birth has evolved along his professional path, the changes he has witnessed in the culture of hospital obstetrics and much more.

Join us for a lively conversation where there will be room for your questions.
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Meet Our Presenter
Patrick Jones - Course author

Ulrich Bartels

Consultant Obstetrician/Gynaecologist
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