Suzanne has been a registered midwife since 1998, with experience of all areas of midwifery practice. She has worked as a midwife, senior midwifery manager and Head of Midwifery in Wales for many years prior to being appointed as Director of Midwifery in 2022.

Suzanne successfully completed her Doctorate of Advanced Healthcare Practice in 2022. Her research explored the experience of pregnant women being offered influenza vaccination in pregnancy. She has a keen interest in public health and supporting vulnerable families. Suzanne is passionate in supporting midwives and support workers to realise their potential through training and development, acknowledging and celebrating achievement. She is a strong advocate for Clinical Supervision for Midwives, embedding the RCM Caring For You Charter supporting partnership working to promote a commitment to provide safe, healthy working environment.