Shana Barker DeLoach completed her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science at Arkansas State University. From there, she moved on to Emory University to complete her Bachelors and Masters of Science in Nursing. After graduation, she became licensed as both a Certified Nurse Midwife and a Family Nurse Practitioner. Shana has practiced in Toccoa, Gainesville and Athens GA and returned to practice with Piedmont Midwifery in Athens in 2025. She is married with 2 children and enjoys exercise, cooking and spending time outdoors.