Joy Yoder, CNM

My Locations

WellSpan OB/GYN - Ephrata
175 Martin Ave., Suite 125
Ephrata, PA 17522
(717) 721-5700
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Why I chose to pursue a career in healthcare:

I found nursing, pregnancy and childbirth fascinating. I want the experience to be a good and positive one for my patients and their families. I want to support my patients so they feel confident in their healthcare choices.

What I want my patients to know about me:

My educational background started in sociology and intercultural studies before I studied midwifery. I believe in living healthy in all aspects of life. Patients need to have information about their healthcare, and I want to be the person to give them the tools, knowledge and encouragement they need to make decisions that are best for their lives. Patients are a part of the process, we are a team.

What I do when I'm not seeing patients:

I have a daughter, who is now two years old. My time is happily spent with my child guiding her growth and development. It has been the most fulfilling and interactive experience of my life. I enjoy cooking and preparing healthy (but tasty) food, gardening and being outdoors. I also enjoy bird watching.

Clinical Interests

Adolescent Health

Birth Control

Pre-Conception Planning

Prenatal Care

Women’s Health

Gynecology

Midwifery

Board Certifications

American College of Nurse Midwives

Education & Credentials

Clinical Training: University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing | Midwifery
Graduate School: University of PA- School of Nursing

WellSpan Hospital Affiliations

WellSpan Ephrata Hospital

Health Plans Accepted

WellSpan Financial Assistance Program participant

Aetna

Aetna Better Health

Amerihealth Caritas PA

Capital BlueCross

Cigna Healthcare

Cigna Medicare Advantage

Gateway Highmark Wholecare

Geisinger

Highmark Blue Shield

HPP/Jefferson Health Plan

John Hopkins Health Care

PA Health & Wellness (Centene)

PA Medical Assistance

PA Medicare

Preferred Health Care

Tricare

United Healthcare

UPMC Health Plan

WellSpan Health Plans

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