Trauma-Informed Care in a Primary Maternity Care Clinic: Quality Improvement Study of Patient and Physician Perspectives

Integrating ACE and mental health assessment into routine maternity care through the TIC program was associated with positive perceptions from both patients and physicians. Enhanced communication, improved patient-physician relationships, and more optimal patient-centered care resulted. By incorporating these tools into maternity care, health care practitioners can more effectively identify psychosocial risks early, thus supporting improved maternal and fetal health outcomes.