Welcome to the Friends of NPACE Podcast! This podcast provides fun, exciting, and engaging conversations about Nurse Practitioners, professional practice, patient outcomes, and healthcare. Each episode will have insightful guests to help discuss the topic at hand. Guess range from spectacular NPACE Speakers, board and staff members, other experts in the field, and more. Tune in monthly for new episodes on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast we are joined by Richard Petruschke the Director of US Medical & Scientific Affairs, Pain Relief at Haleon to have a conversation about the use of NSAIDs as first-line treatment and highlighting important CDC guidelines. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music). View the Haleon resources below: • Haleon HealthPartners: https://www.haleonhealthpartner.com/en-us/pain-relief/ • Haleon Free Samples: https://www.haleonhealthpartner.com/en-us/samples/ • HCP Resources: https://www.haleonhealthpartner.com/en-us/learning-lab/educational-resources/#pain-relief • Patient Resources: https://www.haleonhealthpartner.com/en-us/patient-care-resources/#pain-relief • Nonopioid Pain Management portal: https://www.haleonhealthpartner.com/en-us/pain-relief/conditions/nonopioid-pain-management/overview/ • Continuing Education: https://www.haleonhealthpartner.com/en-us/news-events/#pain-relief • Pain Portfolio Product Pages: https://www.haleonhealthpartner.com/en-us/pain-relief/brands/ • Pain Relief Coupon: https://www.haleonhealthpartner.com/en-us/patient-care-resources/pain-relief-coupon-handout/
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast join endocrinology specialist and Family Nurse Practitioner Gary Graf and NPACE Executive Director and nurse practitioner for an in depth discussion of managing diabetic medications in light of the new 2025 ADA Standards of Diabetes Care. This episode is worth 0.5 hours of continuing education credit, with 0.5 hours of pharmacology credit. This podcast and the continuing education credit is due in thanks to a generous educational grant by Novo. Nurse Practitioner Associates for Continuing Education is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation Earn 0.5 CE Credit (0.5 Pharmacology CE) upon completion of this podcast episode. To redeem your CE credit visit the NPACE Learning Center where this episode is available for free with a CE certificate redeemable upon completion.
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast, host and NPACE executive director Terri Schmitt, is joined by special guest Amy Siple, APRN, FNP, GS-C. They discuss the important topic of how APPs and NPs can protect better protect their license to practice. Important questions are discussed including common complaints, steps of BON investigation process, what to do if contacted by the BON, and more. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast, I am thrilled to welcome Dr. Justin Dubin and Dr. Allison Marshall to discuss the crucial topic of sexual health for both men and women. Dr. Marshall, a family nurse practitioner, and Dr. Dubin, a urologist specializing in men's health, share their insights on the importance of addressing sexual health as a vital component of overall well-being. We explore the challenges and stigmas surrounding sexual health conversations, the impact of sexual issues on mental and physical health, and the need for a holistic approach in clinical practice. Join us as we delve into how healthcare providers can better support patients in navigating these sensitive yet essential aspects of health.
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast we are joined by our Executive Director, Terri Schmitt and COO, Josh Plotkin, as they discuss our upcoming Chicago Pharmacology Conference taking place April 7-9th! Our wonderful hotel the Intercontinental is a perfect location for this conference placing you right in the heart of Chicago. Get to enjoy the excellent sessions during the event and venture into the city to enjoy all Chicago has to offer each day. We look forward to seeing many of you on ground! Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast, I am thrilled to welcome Dr. Elena Prendergrast, an accomplished nurse practitioner specializing in palliative care. We explore her journey into nursing, driven by personal experiences with loss, and discuss the critical role of palliative care in providing patient-centered end-of-life support. Dr. Prendergrast shares insights into her work as a quality of life navigator and end-of-life doula, emphasizing the importance of advocating for a good death tailored to individual and family needs. We also delve into the collaboration between palliative care and hospice services, highlighting the need for compassionate, holistic care. Join us as we uncover how healthcare professionals can better support patients and families through life's final transition.
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast we are joined by Dr. Charrita Ernewein to have an open conversation on the significance of human trafficking and what healthcare providers need to know. Get to see Dr. Ernewein present live at the Chicago 3-day Pharmacology conference hosted by NPACE April 7-9th! Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast we are joined by Molly Kisiel, nurse practitioner and director of clinical content for ACCC. We have a practical and open conversation on why oncology clinical learning is critical for primary care providers. Join NPACE and ACCC March 12-13th for a special 2-day Oncology Virtual Conference to learn more on these crucial topics! Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
In this episode we are joined by guest Jinit Shah, CEO and Founder of Expert AI, an advanced AI-based medical transcription platform designed to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of healthcare documentation. Using cutting-edge artificial intelligence, the platform automates the transcription process, converting voice recordings from doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals into highly accurate, readable text. By leveraging natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning technologies, Expert AI ensures that medical transcripts are not only precise but also contextually relevant, reducing the risk of errors. The platform is designed to handle complex medical terminology and various speech patterns, making it ideal for healthcare settings where accuracy is paramount. Expert AI learns from each interaction, continually improving its transcription abilities over time. This results in faster turnaround times and more reliable documentation, freeing up healthcare professionals to focus on patient care rather than time-consuming paperwork. Expert AI also offers seamless integration with existing electronic health record (EHR) systems, ensuring smooth workflows and eliminating the need for manual data entry. Its customizable features allow healthcare providers to tailor the platform to their specific needs, whether for dictation, medical reports, or patient notes. Additionally, Expert AI's platform ensures compliance with healthcare regulations, such as HIPAA, ensuring that sensitive patient information remains secure. With the ability to scale across different healthcare environments, Expert AI improves efficiency, reduces administrative burdens, and enhances overall patient care. By automating medical transcription, Expert AI helps healthcare providers streamline operations while maintaining the highest standards of documentation quality. Use discount code NPACE20 at Expert AI for an exclusive discount! Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554686527779 https://www.instagram.com/expertai_2024/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/experthealthai/ https://www.tiktok.com/@expertai_2024?lang=en
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast Advanced Practitioner Society of Hematology and Oncology Executive Director Wendy Vogel MSN, FNP, AOCNP®, FAPO joins NPACE Executive Director Terri Schmitt to discuss why APPs should have an Oncology Friend and where primary care providers can find the best resources for Oncology. Wendy and Terri also discuss the upcoming virtual conference to help primary care providers navigate patients with an oncology diagnosis. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
In this Friends of NPACE Podcast Episode, Dr. Rhone D'Errico DNP, MBA, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, ENP-C, CNE, ACUE Joins NPACE Executive Director Terri Schmitt to discuss moving beyond the basics of a suicide assessment into compassion for our patients and ourselves. This discussion is a great lead up to the February 2025 Las Vegas NPACE conference and highlights tangible actions clinicians can take to make an impact. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
Join us for another episode of the Friends of NPACE podcast with special guest Dr. Ali R. Tayyeb Ph.D., RN, NPD-BC, PHN, FAAN. In this episode we discuss the state of Veterans health, what primary care clinicians need to be aware of, resources, and the RN Mentor podcast! Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
Join us for another episode of the Friends of NPACE podcast with special guest Dr. Ali Tyeeb. In this episode we discuss the state of Veterans health, what primary care clinicians need to be aware of, resources, and the RN Mentor podcast! Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast, we are joined by special guest Shannon Idzik, DNP, ANP-BC, FAANP, FAAN. We get to have a real conversation about why NPs should consider going back to get a DNP or start with DNP education to begin with. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast, we are joined by special guest and President of DNPs of Color, Dr. Danielle McCamey. Get an in depth look at her personal journey as an NP as well as her pathway and reasoning for creating DNPs of Color! Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast, we are joined by special guest Tami Recesso. She discusses her personal journey of having a child with Rubenstein Taybi Syndrome also called RTS, her book about her son Luciano's journey and much more! View the link below to see Tami Recesso's book on her journey available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Lucianos-Light-Our-Miraculous-Journey/dp/B0DFXNCH48 Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast, nurse practitioner and vaccine expert Dr. Wendy Wright joins host Terri Schmitt to have a frank discussion on the current state of vaccine uptake and what both patients and providers believe. Fact vs. fiction in a post-COVID era of vaccinations is discussed. Facts on vaccinations are presented for patients, families, and providers, while open discussions and finding common ground with one another to achieve health outcomes is emphasized. Earn 0.5 CE Credit (0.5 Pharmacology CE) upon completion of this podcast episode. To redeem your CE credit visit the NPACE Learning Center where this episode is available for free with a CE certificate redeemable upon completion. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
The Friends of NPACE podcast is back for Season 2! In this episode we are joined by Alport Syndrome Foundation's Patient Engagement Coordinator, Maddison Martin! Maddie is 25 years old and received a kidney transplant from a living donor when she was 19. In volunteering for, and now working with ASF, she has also come to know the stories and experiences of many other Alport syndrome patients. She is also a nurse, having worked on the same transplant floor where she received her own kidney transplant. Listen to her amazing story and how ASF is able to assist other Alport syndrome patients. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Amazon Music).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast we are joined by both Terri Schmitt and Josh Plotkin to give a preview into the great events we have planned for 2025. They discuss locations, dates, CE focus and much more to help you be ready for when 2025 conference registration goes live! Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast we are joined by Dr. Lynn Rapsilber DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, FAANP! This discussion dives into Dr. Rapsilber's background and understanding her journey into NP business ownership. Dr. Rapsilber also provides some key foundational information on her work to other advanced practice providers! Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast we are joined by Dr. Leanne Fowler DNP, MBA, APRN, AGACNP-BC, CNE, FAANP, FAAN! This discussion focuses on the HRSA grant project LSU has undertaken to help educate nurses to be educators. We discuss the importance of educating nurse educators, the results thus far from the project, and how to access these great educational resources! Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast we are joined by Dr. Leanne Fowler DNP, MBA, APRN, AGACNP-BC, CNE, FAANP, FAAN! This discussion focuses on the HRSA grant project LSU has undertaken to help educate nurses to be educators. We discuss the importance of educating nurse educators, the results thus far from the project, and how to access these great educational resources! Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast we are joined by Diana Page, ACNP - BC! This discussion focuses on the current status of NPs in the workplace and what the landscape looks like. Burn out is a real thing affecting many Nurse Practitioners and we dive deep into ways to help. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center). View below for helpful resources by our fantastic guest Diana Page, ACNP - BC: Diana's IG: www.instagram.com/catalystforselfcare Website and resources: www.selfcarecatalyst.com Info about RNR Mentorship: https://www.selfcarecatalyst.com/mentorship Camp Confidence Waitlist: https://selfcarecatalyst.mykajabi.com/camp-confidence-waitlist Free Post Shift reflection tool: https://selfcarecatalyst.mykajabi.com/postshift
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast we are joined by Tami Recesso, PT, DPT! This discussion focuses on physical therapy and how primary care providers can better assess and direct their own patients, as well as some insightful pearls about physical therapy. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast we are joined by Dr. Efrat LaMandre! We dive deep into demystifying precision psychiatry for the primary care clinician (NP). Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
Join us for this personal podcast with nurse practitioner, entrepreneur, educator, and NP trailblazer Dr. Mimi Secor DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN discussing her recent journey as patient and advice she has for fellow NP colleagues. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
Join the Friends of NPACE for this unique podcast with Dr. Brett Snodgrass FNP-C, CPE, FACPP, FAANP discussing what palliative care is and isn't and how this specialty should be considered by more NPs. We review diagnoses that should be considered and the benefits palliative care has for patients, but also what palliative care does not manage. This episode is a good foundational review for all healthcare providers. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
On this episode of The Friends of NPACE Podcast, NPACE COO Josh Plotkin, and Susan Marks, MSN, FNP-C, PHN, take a deep dive into the world of medical cannabis! Providers will learn about how they can assist their patients with medical cannabis and patients will learn about questions to ask and approaching the conversation of medical cannabis with their provider! Enjoy fantastic insight while many of your questions surrounding medical cannabis are answered! For more information on Susan Marks, please visit dearnursesusan.com Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
Join NPACE Chief Operating Officer Josh Plotkin and NPACE APEA partner & speaker Dr. Kathy Baldridge to discuss tips for success in NP education for both students and preceptors and resources that both APEA and NPACE have to offer. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
In this timely and engaging episode, Executive Director Terri Schmitt talks with Dr. Brad Haupricht and Bernadette Donovan, NP share the realities and benefits of telehealth as a balm for a strained healthcare system. Join us to review ‘outside the box' thinking, maternal health deserts, why a health history is critical, conditions managed better in telehealth, provider burn out, and engaging patients to improve their health literacy and outcomes. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE podcast we are joined by Doctor Lee Jacobs, who was kind enough to join us in-person at The NPACE Hilton Head conference! This episode focuses on caring for the uninsured, understanding how health insurance works for patients and providers, how NPs can help address the uninsured/underinsured population and the resources availabe. Tune in every other Wednesday for new episodes of the Friends of NPACE Podcast on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE podcast we are joined by Erica D, a family nurse practitioner and The Nurse Practitioner Charting Coach. After overcoming burnout herself, Erica created The Burned-out Nurse Practitioner to help overwhelmed NPs create a better work-life balance and overcome burnout. Through this work, Erica realized that charting was the #1 cause of nurse practitioner burnout. So Erica created The Nurse Practitioner Charting School to be the one stop for all documentation resources created specifically for nurse practitioners. She now helps nurse practitioners implement charting and time management tips so they can STOP charting at home, create a better work-life balance, and overcome burnout. Learn more at www.npchartingschool.com and through the various links below! Tune in bi-weekly for new episodes on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center). Burned-out NP Website: https://burnedoutnp.com/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1096127134173421/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burnedoutnp/ NP Charting School Website: https://npchartingschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/npchartingschool Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/npchartingschool/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@npchartingschool
In this Friends of NPACE Podcast live recording, Women's health expert Alison Marshall provides insight into what is occurring in both vaginitis and STIs in the U.S. and why this matters to primary care providers. Listeners will leave with an increased understanding of the current state of both and important keys to screening and diagnosis. Credits: 0.50 contact hours; 0.00 are pharmacology To earn CE Credit from this podcast episode visit the NPACE Learning Center today and view the podcast episode under the free and sponsored content section!
In this ‘part-2' of our discussion with acute care NP and influencer Sean Dent, NPACE executive director Terri Schmitt asks tough questions on if education is providing what it should, holding students accountable, where preceptors and educators fall short, pain points for graduation and early practice, and points to consider about continuing to educate yourself once you graduate. They provide some wisdom, insight, and some key pointers that everyone can take to practice.
Special guest Sean Dent, acute care nurse practitioner and social media influencer, joins executive director Terri Schmitt to discuss how NPs are doing in practice, how our mental health is, self-care, changes in social media, and what Sean is seeing in ICU care right now. He also helps primary care NPs understand the biggest issues that families are not prepared for in an ICU stay. Hint.. it is not the bill. Join us for this real and riveting podcast discussion.
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast, NPACE COO Josh Plotkin and Executive Director Terri Schmitt are joined by guest Jessica Peck. Dr. Peck, an expert pediatric nurse practitioner, shares insight into current pain points of pediatric practice, mental health of youth and families, and how to best prepare for having a family of your own! Learn more about Jessica Peck and everything she does below: https://www.drnursemama.com/
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast, NPACE COO Josh Plotkin and Executive Director Terri Schmitt give a look ahead to 2024! Josh & Terri are in the office for this episode and they discuss key factors playing a role in NP education this coming year.
In this episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast, NPACE COO Josh Plotkin is joined by Monica Lombardo, Vice President of The Boys & Girls Club of Massachusetts. Josh & Monica dive into the how the Boys & Girls Club addresses adolescent healthcare from multiple standpoints within the programs and initiatives provided at their clubs across the country.
In this podcast episode Executive Director Dr. Terri Schmitt and psychiatric mental health and family nurse practitioner Dr. Josh Hamilton bring an overview of precision healthcare and why it is important to psychiatric mental health. Dr. Hamilton brings his expertise to explain why this type of practice matters to primary care clinicians for improving patients psychiatric mental health outcomes. Credits: 0.75 contact hours; 0.00 are pharmacology To earn CE Credit from this podcast episode visit the NPACE Learning Center today and view the podcast episode under the free and sponsored content section!
Dr. Wendy Wright, nationally renowned Nurse Practitioner, educator, advisor and speaker, joins us on episode 4 of the Friends of NPACE Podcast to for an incredible deep-dive discussion on why she wanted to become a nurse practitioner, how she began speaking at nurse practitioner conferences, and shares amazing insights on her personal and professional journey. Tune in monthly for new episodes on your favorite streaming platform (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and the NPACE Learning Center).
Welcome to the third episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast. In this episode Chief Operating Officer Josh Plotkin discusses with Mona Williams-Gregory & Catherine Frattasio about the amazing events NPACE has planned for 2024. They describe the great locations as well as all the fun and interesting activities to discover at each conference. With locations such as Hilton Head, Boston, Dana Point, and more there are exciting attractions at every location. To learn more about each conference visit here: https://www.npace.org/npace-conferences/
In the second episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast Executive Director Terri Schmitt is joined by Christine Kessler, CNS, ACNP, ANP-C, BC-ADM, FAANP & Angela Golden, DNP, FNP-C, FAANP, FOMA to discuss obesity management in primary care. This discussion is aimed at helping educate HCPs on pathophysiology, interventions, medications, and barriers to care for this endocrine disorder to promote advancement of care for patients nationwide. To earn CE Credit from this podcast episode visit the NPACE Learning Center today and view the podcast episode under the free and sponsored content section!
Welcome to the first episode of the Friends of NPACE Podcast! In this episode NPACE Executive Director Terri Schmitt is joined by Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN to discuss the topic of Obesity as it relates to patients, but also in the health and wellbeing of nurse practitioners themselves. They approach methods to address wellness in working women, overall health, barriers, and how work hours and work-life balance affect us.
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