Debra Stone, Rn, Ibclc
About Debra Stone, Rn, Ibclc
Debra Stone, RN, IBCLC, is a Senior Nurse Clinician at Bridgeport Hospital and New York University Langone Medical Center, specializing in lactation consulting and neonatal care.
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Debra Stone holds the position of Senior Nurse Clinician. She is also the President and CEO of Beyond NICU and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant at Bridgeport Hospital.
Current Roles at Bridgeport Hospital
Since 2015, Debra Stone has worked at Bridgeport Hospital as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. In this role, she provides lactation consulting services and supports breastfeeding initiatives within the hospital. Her work focuses on empowering new mothers and ensuring successful breastfeeding experiences through evidence-based practices.
Beyond NICU - Leadership Role
Debra Stone is the President and CEO of Beyond NICU, based in New York, New York. Since 2008, she has directed the organization, which aims to support neonatal intensive care units and offer specialized care and resources for infants and their families. Her leadership at Beyond NICU emphasizes quality care and innovative solutions in the field of neonatology.
Educational Background
Debra Stone earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Binghamton University, where she studied from 1992 to 1996. Her formal education provided a strong foundation for her subsequent roles in pediatric and neonatal care.
Previous Experience
From 2009 to 2014, Debra Stone worked as a Certified Lactation Counselor in General Pediatrics, providing targeted breastfeeding support and guidance. Her earlier career also includes her tenure at New York University Langone Medical Center, where she served as a Senior Nurse Clinician in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit from 1996.