Free certification training for clinicians, designed to elevate the standard of postpartum perineal repair worldwide.
Watch the inventor, Malene Hegenberger, introduce the Hegenberger Retractor. Discover how it works, why it was created, and what it means for postpartum suturing outcomes.
Our free online certification program gives clinicians the knowledge and technique to use the Hegenberger Retractor with confidence. Developed and led by the inventor Malene Hegenberger, the program covers correct insertion and positioning, suturing technique, and best practice in postpartum perineal repair. The training is accessible at your own pace through the Hegenberger Institute.
Postpartum perineal repair is one of the most performed procedures in the world, yet training has historically been limited and outcomes rarely discussed. Through the Hegenberger Institute, clinicians from students to experienced OBGYNs can access a growing library of resources designed to build confidence and improve outcomes.
From clinical detail to procurement support, download The Retractor’s Instructions for Use, Product Brochure, and Quick Start Guide and take the next step toward better postpartum repair in your unit.
Yes. The Hegenberger Retractor certification program is completely free to access through the Hegenberger Institute. It is available online and can be completed at your own pace.
The training is designed for any clinician involved in postpartum perineal repair, including OBGYNs, midwives, residents, and labor and delivery nurses. No prior experience with the Hegenberger Retractor is required.
The Hegenberger Retractor certification program is self-paced and can be completed online.
The full training library, including technique videos and clinical resources, is available through the Hegenberger Institute. You can access it directly via the link on this page.
Yes. Recordings of past webinars are available through the Hegenberger Institute and our News & Events page. Sign up to our mailing list to be notified of upcoming live sessions.
We are actively working with midwifery and medical schools to integrate Hegenberger Retractor training into clinical education programs. If you are a program director or faculty member interested in partnership, please get in touch.
Yes. We encourage clinicians to share access to the Hegenberger Institute with colleagues and departments. Contact us if you’d like to discuss institutional access or group training options.
