Wendy J. Smith, MSN, ACNP, AOCN

Wendy J. Smith, RN, MSN, ACNP, AOCN, has worked in the medical field for over 30 years, specializing in hematology/oncology. She has published within her profession in both text and peer reviewed journals. She has also been a speaker on the state and national level addressing issues pertinent to hematology/oncology nursing, and advocacy for her patients and profession. Through advances in genetics, cellular/molecular and imaging technology (e.g. ultrasound, MRI, CT scanning) in treating cancer, Wendy has gained knowledge and insight into life from stem cells, conception, the embryo and throughout the trajectory of life. Over the years Wendy has volunteered with pregnancy centers, the Navigators, and Prison Fellowship. She has a passion to address pro-life issues from the perspective of a health care provider and science. She understands that “Science is on the side of life”. Wendy is married to her best friend, Fred. Fred and Wendy enjoy living in Colorado Springs close to their daughter, Sarah, son-in- law, John, and three granddaughters, Abigail, Anna, and Ali Stonestreet. Psalms 71:18 “Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, my God, till I declare your power to the next generation, your mighty acts to all who are to come.” (NIV)