Dr. Shelly Benfield, is a Certified Nurse-Midwife. She started her educational journey by completing an Associates Degree in Nursing from Wilkes Community College. She obtained her Bachelor degree from Winston-Salem State University and her Masters degree with a concentration in Midwifery from State University of New York. With Education being a priority in her life, Shelly obtained her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from the University of Alabama.
Shelly lives in Alexander county with her husband, Bob. She is a member at Bethlehem Fire Department. She is also an active member at Tri-City Baptist Church. She has a passion for being outdoors, and enjoys kayaking, hiking and camping. When not at work, Shelly spends as much time as possible with her children and grandchildren!
Shelly has worked as a midwife at Catawba for over 20 years. “The most rewarding thing in my career is seeing families experience the miracle of birth as they welcome new life.”
