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In today's episode of the Second in Command podcast, co-host Sivana Brewer is joined by Stephanie Meyer, RN, MS-FNP, NEA-BC, the Executive Vice President, Chief Nursing Executive, and Chief Operating Officer for Inpatient Operations at Children's Mercy in Kansas City, Missouri.In this engaging and heartfelt episode, Sivana and Stephanie explore how our personal and professional lives are deeply intertwined, and how intentional living can dramatically shift the way we experience success, leadership, and well-being. Through vulnerable storytelling and practical reflection, the conversation weaves through themes of boundaries, energy management, and showing up authentically in every space we occupy.You'll be taken on a journey that challenges the constant pursuit of productivity and perfection. Instead, the discussion invites a reimagining of how we define value and contribution—at work, at home, and in our communities. From navigating high-stakes industries to creating grounded, values-based households, you'll gain powerful insights into the importance of presence, purpose, and self-trust.Whether it's shaping the future of a critical industry or raising the next generation, the episode will leave you with a sense of hope, possibility, and a call to lead with intentionality.If you've enjoyed this episode of the Second in Command podcast, be sure to leave a review and subscribe today!Enjoy!In This Episode You'll Learn:Stephanie's responsibilities at Children's Mercy, which include managing about 6000 people, focusing on people management, strategy, and organizational development.The importance of being visible and understanding the employees' perspectives, even if it requires scheduling and maneuvering. Why understanding the reasons employees come to work and ensuring they feel part of something bigger than themselves is vital.The role of the Center for Well-being at Children's Mercy, which provides non-judgmental support and therapy to employees.The value of adequate sleep, reading before bed, and setting boundaries to avoid burnout.And much more...Guest Bio:Stephanie Meyer, RN, MS-FNP, NEA-BC, is the Executive Vice President, Chief Nursing Executive, and Chief Operating Officer for Inpatient Operations at Children's Mercy in Kansas City, Missouri. With over two decades of service at the hospital, Stephanie has risen through the ranks from staff nurse to senior leadership, earning widespread respect for her collaborative approach and unwavering focus on patient-centered care. She holds both undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees from the University of Kansas and shares her expertise as adjunct faculty at local colleges and a sought-after national speaker on healthcare leadership. Recognized with the 2021 Excellence in Leadership Award by the Missouri Organization of Nurse Leaders, Stephanie is a champion of innovation, accountability, and the transformative power of nursing in pediatric care.Resources:Connect with Stephanie: Website | LinkedInConnect with Cameron: Website | LinkedInGet Cameron's latest book –
With the start of fall sports practice on the horizon, The Final Score podcast begins its look at the 2025 high school football season this week with Walkersville High head coach Tyler Thompson. Entering his second season in charge of the program, Thompson chats with host Greg Swatek about how the Lions have prepared over the course of the summer. What is new? What is different? Who will have to emerge and play well for Walkersville to have another good season after reaching the Class 2A state quarterfinals last season? The Lions have moved down to Class 2A-1A this season. How does Thompson feel about that and how might that change life for the Lions? And who will be the teams to watch across Frederick County? Thompson answers all of these questions over the course of the discussion. Plus, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy stops in to discuss his feelings on the upcoming football and girls flag football seasons in Frederick County.
After recently being named the new varsity baseball coach at Catoctin High School, Will Delawter, a longtime assistant with the program, is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Delawter chats with host Greg Swatek about how he feels about taking over the program at his alma mater. After two unsettling years at Thomas Johnson High School, during which he won a state title on the baseball team, Delawter transferred to Catoctin High, and he said that decision transformed his life. In two years at Catoctin, he acquired a mentor and life-long best friend in Mike Franklin, the former longtime coach of the Cougars, played well enough on the field to earn a full-scholarship opportunity at the University of Maryland Baltimore County and met his future wife Meaghan, with him he now raises two young boys, Liam, 10, and Max, 5. Delawter talks in depth about all of these things. He also talks about how he feels about essentially succeeding Franklin in the job and his expectations for the team going forward. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss the Major League Baseball Draft, which saw two Frederick County players, Linganore graduate Ben Moore and Tuscarora graduate Ryan DeSanto selected in the 12th round by the Washington Nationals and the Cleveland Guardians, respectively. What's ahead for those two players? And the guys also explain why recent Brunswick High graduate and highly touted prospect Ty Kaunas was not drafted at all and discuss what's in store for him, as he heads to play shortstop at the University of Maryland.
Dit is de gehele uitzending van dr Kelder en Co waar Jort Kelder belt met Aant Jelle Soepboer (ex-NSC nu FNP) over de Waddenzee en de toekomst van Friesland. Prof. dr. Haroon Sheikh legt uit waarom Trump zo chaotisch handelt. De jonge dr. Simon Oosterom (TU Delft) heeft onderzoek gedaan naar elektrisch vliegen, o.a. op Schiphol. En dr. Arjan Vliegenthart (NIBUD) legt uit waarom steeds minder mensen in armoede leven, maar dat er wel meer mensen met schulden zijn in Nederland (en dat zijn niet per se de mensen met een laag inkomen).
After helping the Frederick Flying Cows reach the Final Four of The Basketball League and being named its co-Most Valuable Player, 22-years-old forward Javon Adams is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Adams chats with host Greg Swatek about his successful first season with the Flying Cows that saw him average 19 points, 10 rebounds and lead TBL in shooting percentage (70.1 percent). How did he wind up in Frederick? How did the tremendous fan support and unique game-day experience influence his decision to join the Flying Cows? What did it mean to him to be named co-MVP of the League? Adams also talks about his unique life story. How did he overcome the passing of his mother and his grandmother at a young age? How did he handle losing the opportunity to play college basketball? And what does it mean to him to be a young father of two infant girls? Prior to this conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss the Major League Baseball draft prospects this weekend for recent Brunswick High graduate and highly regarded shortstop Ty Kaunas.
Live from Canandaigua…it's the 11th Annual NYS Sexual Health Conference! The CEI Sexual Health Center of Excellence hosted the 11th Annual NYS Sexual Health Conference in-person on Friday May 2, 2025, in beautiful Canandaigua, NY. This was the Center's second in-person conference since the COVID-19 pandemic and was the Center's largest in-person event held to-date, bringing together over 225 clinicians and public health professionals from across NYS (and beyond!). In this episode, host Juhua Wu, Director of the University of Rochester Center for Community Practice and team member of the CEI Sexual Health Center of Excellence, checks in live from the conference with four presenters about their experience at the conference, perspectives on what they learned from other sessions, and “need to know” highlights from their own presentations. Join Juhua, along with Rachel Hart-Malloy, PhD, MPH, Brenda Tesini, MD, Michael Brennan, DNP, FNP, and Jeremy Kidd, MD, MPH, for a real-time review of the conference! Related Content: STI Dashboard New York: https://www.stidashboardny.org/ Chemsex: Questions and Answers: https://www.suguidelinesnys.org/guideline/chemsex/ New York State Department of Health, Healthy Sex campaign: https://campaigns.health.ny.gov/SexualHealth University of Rochester Center for Community Practice: www.urccp.org CEI Clinical Consultation Line 1-866-637-2342 A toll-free service for NYS clinicians offering real-time clinical consultations with specialists on HIV, sexual health, hepatitis C, and drug user health. ceitraining.org
After two eventful years at the University of Georgia, former Catoctin High sprinting star Brody Buffington is this week's guest on The FInal Score podcast. Buffington is coming off his best season at Georgia, during which he set personal-best times in the 100 (10.05 seconds) and 200 (20.2) meter dashes and qualified for NCAA nationals in the 200 in Eugune, Oregon. He chats with host Greg Swatek and about why he ran so well for the Bulldogs this spring and the ordeals he's been through at Georgia in getting to this point. Buffington talks about the hamstring, abdominal and hip injuries that hampered his first year with the team and completely wiped out his outdoor season last spring. What was the recovery process like? And he talks about a bizarre incident at a crosswalk with a police officer last September that led to him spending 10 hours in a holding cell before all charges were promptly tossed out in court. What sort of impact did that incident have on him? Buffington also talks about his future with the Georgia program. What are his goals? How much faster can he get? Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss the news of the day with Frederick County sports, including a pair of Division I college signings and the Frederick Flying Cows surprising dismissal of coach Ed Corporal after two very successful seasons in The Basketball League.
In this episode of The Performance Medicine Show, Robin Riddle, FNP-C and Bo McGregor, FNP answer YOUR health and wellness questions!What did you think of this episode of the podcast? Let us know by leaving a review!Connect with Performance Medicine!Check out our new online vitamin store:https://performancemedicine.net/shop/Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://performancemedicine.net/doctors-note-sign-up/Facebook: @PMedicineInstagram: @PerformancemedicineTNYouTube: Performance Medicine
Is this a real emergency?In this episode of Explain This, Andy Rogers, PA-C and Bo McGregor, FNP talk about what constitutes an Emergency Room visit. Tune in for the break down of Quick Care vs. Urgent Care vs. ER, on into Critical Care.What did you think of this episode of the podcast? Let us know by leaving a review!Connect with Performance Medicine!Check out our new online vitamin store:https://performancemedicine.net/shop/Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://performancemedicine.net/doctors-note-sign-up/Facebook: @PMedicineInstagram: @PerformancemedicineTNYouTube: Performance Medicine
In his first season as the manager of the Frederick Keys in the Major League Baseball Draft League, former Major League All-Star and World Series champion Preston Wilson is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Wilson chats with host Greg Swatek about his 10-year career in the Big Leagues, which included stops with the Mets, Marlins, Rockies, Nationals, Astros and Cardinals, with whom he won a World Series in 2006. He also talks about being drafted out of high school in the top 10 (No. 9 overall) of the 1992 MLB Draft by the New York Mets, three spots behind Derek Jeter. What was his best season? What was his favorite stop in his career? How did he wind up managing the Keys? And what is the one thing he would most like to impart on his players? All of those things are discussed and more. Prior to that discussion, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about news and recent developments on the Frederick County sports scene.
After the Urbana High girls track and field team extended its reign of dominance with a 10th straight county title, an 11th straight regional title and a fifth state outdoor title in the last 10 years, coach C.J. Ecalono, senior sprinter/hurdler Divine Bamgboye and multi-event star Felicia Siewe are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. Though they often make it look like a formality, Ecalono and the athletes tell host Greg Swatek about the real adversity the Hawks had to overcome in the Class 4A state outdoor meet this spring, and how coming away with another championship was no guarantee. Ecalono talks about the team culture he and his assistants have established over the last decade and a half, making attracting top athletes and winning much easier. Siewe talks about her versatility and how she developed in skills in so many different events. And Bamgboye discusses why she like very challenging events, like the 300-meter hurdles, and how she learned to embrace them and become so good at them. The girls also talk about their futures. Both will compete in track and field and Ivy League colleges, Siewe at Harvard and Bamgboye at Cornell. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss the latest happenings on the Frederick County sports scene. They discuss the remarkable game experience and success of the Frederick Flying Cows professional basketball team, as well as a unique game experience for the Frederick Keys.
Confused about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic (Semaglutide) and Mounjaro (Tirzepatide)?In this episode, Andy Rogers, PA-C and Bo McGregor, FNP break down the facts and bust the myths!What did you think of this episode of the podcast? Let us know by leaving a review!Connect with Performance Medicine!Check out our new online vitamin store:https://performancemedicine.net/shop/Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://performancemedicine.net/doctors-note-sign-up/Facebook: @PMedicineInstagram: @PerformancemedicineTNYouTube: Performance Medicine
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) significantly impacts adults, especially those over age 60 and those with chronic conditions.In this podcast, nurse practitioners Drs. Carrico and Stevenson discuss the underestimated burden of RSV. The podcast also explores practical strategies for increasing vaccine uptake that you can apply to your practice starting today so that you can protect your patients against RSV.Listen as they discuss:The Burden of Adult RSVRSV Vaccines for Adults: Data and RecommendationsRSV Vaccine UptakePractical Strategies to Increase RSV Vaccine Uptake Faculty:Dr. Ruth Carrico is a family nurse practitioner and senior consultant with Carrico & Ramirez, PLLC focused on infectious diseases, infection prevention and control, and vaccinology. She is based in Louisville, Kentucky and is a Professor, adjunct faculty, with the University of Louisville School Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases. Dr. Carrico has received training specific for healthcare epidemiology at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in conjunction with the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University in Atlanta and the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA). Dr. Carrico has worked in the field of infectious diseases and infection control for more than thirty years. Dr. Carrico also maintains a clinical practice focused on vaccines, vaccination, and immunization processes.Dr. Audrey M. Stevenson is a family nurse practitioner with over 40 years of clinical, public health, and leadership experience. Dr. Stevenson, who holds a master of public health and master of nursing degrees, received her doctorate in public health from the University of Utah. She formerly worked in public health for over 34 years and was the former Division Director of Family Health and Clinical Services of the Salt Lake County Health Department in Salt Lake City, Utah. She currently works as a consultant and teaches graduate FNP and MPH students at two universities. Dr. Stevenson is also a member of the statewide vaccine advisory board, where she collaborates on vaccine policies and recommendations for the state. Previously, Dr. Stevenson served as Vaccination Branch Director for the COVID-19 Incident Command for Salt Lake County, where she directed the vaccination strategies for 1.2 million residents of Salt Lake County. She has been a vaccine champion for over 30 years. Learn more:Download this practical infographic to help you integrate RSV vaccination into your clinical practice.https://bit.ly/43mzacqFor more information for nurses, subscribe to the PCE podcast channel on your favorite player!
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) significantly impacts adults, especially those over age 60 and those with chronic conditions.In this podcast, nurse practitioners Drs. Carrico and Stevenson discuss the underestimated burden of RSV. The podcast also explores practical strategies for increasing vaccine uptake that you can apply to your practice starting today so that you can protect your patients against RSV.Listen as they discuss:The Burden of Adult RSVRSV Vaccines for Adults: Data and RecommendationsRSV Vaccine UptakePractical Strategies to Increase RSV Vaccine UptakeFaculty:Dr. Ruth Carrico is a family nurse practitioner and senior consultant with Carrico & Ramirez, PLLC focused on infectious diseases, infection prevention and control, and vaccinology. She is based in Louisville, Kentucky and is a Professor, adjunct faculty, with the University of Louisville School Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases. Dr. Carrico has received training specific for healthcare epidemiology at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in conjunction with the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University in Atlanta and the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA). Dr. Carrico has worked in the field of infectious diseases and infection control for more than thirty years. Dr. Carrico also maintains a clinical practice focused on vaccines, vaccination, and immunization processes.Dr. Audrey M. Stevenson is a family nurse practitioner with over 40 years of clinical, public health, and leadership experience. Dr. Stevenson, who holds a master of public health and master of nursing degrees, received her doctorate in public health from the University of Utah. She formerly worked in public health for over 34 years and was the former Division Director of Family Health and Clinical Services of the Salt Lake County Health Department in Salt Lake City, Utah. She currently works as a consultant and teaches graduate FNP and MPH students at two universities. Dr. Stevenson is also a member of the statewide vaccine advisory board, where she collaborates on vaccine policies and recommendations for the state. Previously, Dr. Stevenson served as Vaccination Branch Director for the COVID-19 Incident Command for Salt Lake County, where she directed the vaccination strategies for 1.2 million residents of Salt Lake County. She has been a vaccine champion for over 30 years. Learn more:Download this practical infographic to help you integrate RSV vaccination into your clinical practice.https://bit.ly/43mzacqFor more information for nurses, subscribe to the PCE podcast channel on your favorite player!
In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Katie Jones, FNP, MA, nurse practitioner for oncology and palliative care at Shaw Cancer Center, about her program's receipt of a 2025 ACCC Innovator Award. Recognizing the urgent need for the expansion of palliative care services beyond the clinic setting, Shaw Cancer Center's innovation, Shaw at Home: An Oncology Specific Home and Community-Based Palliative Care Program, bridges this critical gap in care by addressing the unmet needs of the patients in its community. Katie will discuss how the program has created a continuous transition of care between hospital and home, as well as continuity of care through end-of-life. Katie Jones, FNP, MA Nurse Practitioner, Oncology and Palliative Care Vail Health, Shaw Cancer Center/ Shaw at Home Edwards, Colorado “It's so different from seeing a patient in the clinic...to go to their home and see their family pictures on the wall, and see the things that are meaningful and valuable to them, and being in their own space. We learn so much about our patients during these visits.” This podcast is part of a special series featuring the 2025 ACCC Innovator Award winners. For a deeper dive into this topic and other content that will help your team reimagine how care is delivered at your cancer program or practice, register today for the ACCC 42nd National Oncology Conference, October 15-17 in Denver, Colorado. Resources: Hospital Care Comes Home Optimizing Cancer Care Delivery in 2022, Part 1 Home as a Site of Care for Acutely Ill Patients with Cancer Building a Palliative Care Program from the Inside Out
Welcome back to Season 8 of the Recovering Perfectionist Podcast in partnership with the Dance Wellness Community!In this episode, Christine chats with DWC practitioner Kim Watson, MSN, FNP, one of Colorado's premier Cosmetic Nurse Specialists, with over 30 years of experience in reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery. Nationally recognized as a trainer for Galderma and Allergan, she has educated thousands of aesthetic injectors and is sought after by dermatologists, surgeons, and clinical peers across the country.Kim is the founder of the first official DanceSport Medical Team, providing medical and aesthetic services—such as IV therapy, B12 shots, and emergency care—at national ballroom dance competitions. Kim and her team are always ready and on deck for their clients, which includes TV personalities, Dancing with the Stars talent, and world-class ballroom athletes.Her holistic and grounded approach is shaped by years of diverse experience—from emergency ambulance care and owning a cosmetic clinic in Colorado Springs to working with Olympic athletes and rodeo cowboys. This unique blend of expertise makes her a truly one-of-a-kind medical professional, ready for any situation.When not in the clinic, Kim enjoys ballroom dancing and exploring the Rocky Mountains by mule.DANCE WELLNESS COMMUNITY:Join us in the INNER CIRCLE:https://dancewellnesscommunity.com/innercircle CONNECT WITH KIM & HER TEAM:https://www.instagram.com/dancesportmedicalteam/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553708781797CHRISTINE BAR NOEL:All The Things! https://beacons.ai/christinebarnoelInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/recoveringperfectionistpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/dancewellnesscommunity
After the Middletown High boys lacrosse teams authored one of the most improbable comebacks in state finals history to claim its first championship, coach Dominic Ceresini, junior midfielder Ryan McLister and sophomore goalie Calvin Smith are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. The guys chat with host Greg Swatek about their improbable 9-8 victory over Fallston High School in the Class 1A championship game at Stevenson University, during which they overcame a 7-0 halftime deficit and 8-1 deficit with about 15 minutes to play. Had they given up hope? When did they think a comeback was even possible? What were they thinking once the game ended and they had actually won? The guys also talk about what made the team so resilient. After starting the season 0-4, the Knights didn't lose again. They won 15 straight on the way to the state championship. What turned the season around? Where did the team's resolve and never-give-up attitude come from? Lastly, what does the team's future look like? Will they be in position to win another championship next spring? Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about Middletown's amazing comeback, which he covered for the paper, his recent vacation to the Outer Banks in North Carolina and the start of the Frederick Keys season.
On this episode of The Table with Anthony ONeal, we're joined once again by Dr. Serina Lewis Everett, MD, and Dr. Keshia Thompson, DNP, FNP—co-founders of PatientWell Connect. This time, they're pulling back the curtain on the U.S. healthcare system, breaking it all down in plain, relatable terms, and revealing why you might be overpaying for your medical care without even knowing it. They discuss the rising costs of healthcare, the impact on communities of color, and what drove them to leave traditional medical models to build a practice focused on time, trust, and true patient care. ☎️ Ask AO: (771)-224-8131(leave a 60 sec. voice message)Mentioned On Today's Show:**This video is kindly sponsored by Ethos!**
Can faith and fertility walk hand-in-hand?If you're exhausted by the emotional roller coaster of trying to conceive, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or quietly questioning your faith in the midst of your struggle, this conversation was made for you.We're talking about the spiritual side of fertility—something rarely addressed in traditional spaces, but deeply impactful for so many women and couples on this journey.In this episode, I open up about my own infertility story and the ways it challenged, deepened, and ultimately transformed my faith. We explore how negative self-talk, cortisol, and chronic stress can work against your body's ability to conceive—and how aligning your body, mind, and spirit can unlock healing in unexpected ways.Dr. Trisha Zehrung DNP, FNP is a passionate follower of Jesus who's life mission is to help couples bring their babies into this world without feeling backed into a corner with no hope or options.
After reaching the Class 4A girls lacrosse state final for the second consecutive season, head coach Ryan Hines, senior midfielder Cora Betten and senior defender Helaina Cullum are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. The Hawks are bidding to become the first state girls lacrosse champions from Frederick County. To do it, they must beat four-time reigning champion Broadneck, the team they narrowly lost to in last year's state final. Hines, Betten and Cullum chat with host Greg Swatek about what it will take to knock off Broadneck and what it would mean to them to make history as Frederick County's first girls lacrosse state champs. They also talk about the journey back to another state final and the things that make this particular team unique. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about all of the action in the state playoffs, including Middletown's improbable comeback to win the Class 1A boys lacrosse state championship, Urbana baseball's wild 13-inning win in the state semifinals and Catoctin softball trying to send star pitcher Taylor Smith out with a state title.
With the Frederick Keys' season approaching and the $39 million stadium renovation project designed to attract an affiliated team underway, the team's general manager, Slater Fuchs, is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Fuchs talks with host Greg Swatek about where the process stands with bringing an affiliated minor league team back to Frederick. How far along is the process? Have any candidates been identified? How soon might an affiliated team be playing again in Frederick? There is also a lengthy discussion about the stadium renovation project. What is happening? What will it look like? Will it interfere with the Keys' home schedule in 2025? Plus, Fuchs talks about his background and growing up as the God son of George Steinbrenner and the front row seat that provided him growing up with the New York Yankees. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about the spring sports playoffs involving Frederick County teams. How will all of the bad weather impact teams that are still playing?
As the Urbana High girls track and field team prepared to extend its dominance at this week's county meet, the team's sprints and jumps coach Muhammad Halim is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Halim chats with host Greg Swatek about how he became involved with the program and what makes it so successful. The Hawks were bidding for their 10th consecutive team championship in the girls county meet. The two discuss what makes Urbana seniors Divine Bamgboye and Felicia Siewe so remarkable as athletes and people. Both rank among the top athletes in the county in multiple events and both will compete in college at Ivy League Schools, Bamgboye at Cornell and Siewe at Harvard. And Halim talks about his own remarkable background as a track athlete, which includes competing in the triple jump for his native Virgin Islands at the 2012 Olympics in London and the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. What was it like competing on the Olympic stage? What was it like staying in the Olympic Village? Who did he see? Prior to that discussion, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to preview the spring playoffs for high school sports, as they get underway across Frederick County.
In this episode of The Nurse Practitioner Podcast, Julia Rogers, DNP, APRN, CNS, FNP-BC, FAANP and Stephen Ferrara, DNP, FNP, FAANP, FAAN discuss AI and NP practice.
As he prepares to participate in rookie minicamps with both the Baltimore Ravens and Washington Commanders over the two weekends, former Oakdale High quarterback Collin Schlee is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Schlee chats with host Greg Swatek about his unique opportunity. Most undrafted prospects don't get the chance to participate in multiple minicamps with multiple teams. Schlee talks about how these opportunities came about and what he expects going forward. He also talks extensively about the road that led him to this point, playing for three different colleges (Kent State, UCLA and Virginia Tech) over a six-year period and how that experience shaped him both as a player and a person. Prior that that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg for some Frederick County spring sports power rankings for baseball, softball and boys and girls lacrosse and to set the stage for the upcoming playoffs, including the Central Maryland Conference championship games for those sports.
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).
With his team enjoying a winning season, Catoctin High boys lacrosse coach Chris Doll is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Doll chats with host Greg Swatek about what life was like growing up right across the street from Catoctin High and attending school and playing sports there. He talks about how he got into coaching lacrosse and the challenge of taking over a winless program in 2021, as well as all of the progress the program has made over the last four years. And he talks about why this season's team, which features some of the top scorers in Frederick County, has been so successful. Last week, the Cougars earned a momentous overtime win over Walkersville. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about Trey Lipscomb's status with the Washington Nationals and how the Urbana High graduate might fit into the team's long-term plans, if at all. The guys also talk about the top teams separating themselves from the pack in the various spring sports across Frederick County.
In his first season of coaching the Oakdale High baseball team, John Schmidt is this week's guest on the Final Score Podcast. Schmidt chats with host Greg Swatek about the recent no-hitter thrown by his senior ace JP Shultz against arguably the top offensive team in Frederick County, Urbana. He talks about what makes Shultz such an effective pitcher despite not having over-powering stuff, what that moment was like for him and the team once the final out of the no-hitter was recorded and what sort of future potential he has as Shultz heads off to play in college next year at the University of Charleston (West Virginia). The coach also discusses how he got the job at Oakdale and why it was such a desirable position for him. And he also talks about his background as a player, donning the uniform for Catholic University, his close relationship with his brother and how and why he got into coaching. Prior to arriving at Oakdale, Schmidt coached for 15 years and established credibility with the program at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School. Prior to that discussion, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about what Frederick County teams are state-title contenders in baseball, softball and boys and girls lacrosse.
Never miss another webinar. Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars/Lyme disease is rarely a solo infection. Many patients battle multiple pathogens at once—most commonly Bartonella and Babesia. So how do these stealth infections complicate recovery, and why are they so often missed?As part of IMA's commitment to tackling chronic disease, this week's webinar explores one of the most persistent and misunderstood conditions today. Join IMA Senior Fellow Dr. JP Saleeby for a conversation with Dr. Tom Moorcroft and Chris Jackman, FNP, as they uncover the hidden battle with Lyme co-infections. Learn how Bartonella and Babesia differ from Lyme, why they evade detection, and what today's practitioners are doing to improve testing and treatment strategies. If you're new to this world—or struggling with chronic symptoms—this episode is for you.Up on the IMA websiter here: https://imahealth.org/lyme-co-infections/• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization's mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org
With his Frederick Flying Cows team off to another great start in its second season of play in The Basketball League (TBL), coach Ed Corporal is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Corporal shares stories from his incredible life in basketball with host Greg Swatek. His step brother, Otis Birdsong, was the second overall pick in the 1977 NBA Draft by the Kansas City Kings (who now play in Sacramento) and quickly became an All-Star player with the Kings and then later the New Jersey Nets (1984). Corporal served as a teenage ballboy for the Kings and was assigned to making sure the visiting teams had everything they need. So, he shares stories of interacting with Magic Johnson, Pat Riley and Larry Bird and what he learned from them by just watching them work. He talks about how the game has changed and why he isn't so enamored with today's NBA game. He also talks about how his sheer stubbornness, competitiveness and love for the game and helping people pushed him and guided him during his recovery from two massive strokes in 2013. And he talks about his unusual path to becoming the head coach of the Flying Cows and why the team has been so good right from its inception. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss the ongoing spring sports season in Frederick County, including remarkable no-hitters in both baseball and softball.
In this episode, we explore Ciara's journey—an experienced FNP who has built a virtual wellness practice centered around weight loss and hormone replacement therapy, with functional medicine on the horizon.Despite minimal marketing and a part-time approach, her business has grown organically from $20K in year one to over $100K in year two—all while juggling motherhood and a new pregnancy. Now, she's looking to take things to the next level without pouring more of herself into it.This conversation dives into key topics like hiring strategically, creating passive income, and eventually building a business that can run—and even be sold—without you. If you're dreaming of scaling your practice while maintaining work-life balance, this one's full of gold.
Nurses Out Loud with Melissa Schreibfeder, BSN, RN, BC-FMP – Discover how food allergies and immune issues can signal deeper imbalances—and how gut healing and lifestyle changes offer lasting solutions. Join Bonnie Ridge, FNP, as she shares her journey from conventional care to functional medicine, inspired by her child's healing story. Get practical tips and holistic strategies to support chronic inflammation, gut health, and immune wellness.
Nurses Out Loud with Melissa Schreibfeder, BSN, RN, BC-FMP – Discover how food allergies and immune issues can signal deeper imbalances—and how gut healing and lifestyle changes offer lasting solutions. Join Bonnie Ridge, FNP, as she shares her journey from conventional care to functional medicine, inspired by her child's healing story. Get practical tips and holistic strategies to support chronic inflammation, gut health, and immune wellness.
Almost two months into his new job as Catoctin High School's varsity football coach, former Cougar Brady Ridenour is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Ridenour tells host Greg Swatek how he got the job at his alma mater. Why did he want the job? What was the interview process like? Did he think he would get the job? He talks about being a lifelong member of the Thurmont community and what makes that place so special, as well as playing for former Catoctin football coach Doug Williams and the impact he had on his life. Ridenour discusses winning a state title as a player at Catoctin in 2009 and his fondest memories of that experience. And he shares his feelings about the program he would like to build for the school and the style of play he would like to implement. Plus, he discusses what life is like being a new father. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss his weekend in Boston at the world figure skating championships and all of the star power on the Frederick County softball scene.
Kate, an FNP who's running a solid wellness clinic and looking to expand into men's health joins Justin for a very interesting conversation. While men's health is a great addition, Justin emphasizes why she shouldn't abandon the steady revenue she's making from weight loss and GLP-1s.Key takeaway: Don't throw away a profitable service—build alongside it.Kate's strategy? Keep the weight loss revenue flowing while growing men's health on the side. This way, if GLP-1s become less viable in the future, she won't be left scrambling. Justin also dives into the importance of LegitScript certification for online advertising, highlighting how Kate's already seeing a strong return after just a few weeks.If you're building a wellness practice, this episode is packed with smart, strategic advice to help you diversify, grow, and protect your business.
After making a thrilling run to the NCAA Tournament and winning a First Four game, Mount St. Mary's men's basketball coach Donny Lind and junior guard Arlandus Keyes are this week's guests on The FInal Score podcast. Lind and Keyes reflect on their terrific run to the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Tournament championship and through their first two games of the NCAA Tournament, which included a victory over American in the First Four and a loss to top-seeded Duke in first round game last week in Raleigh, North Carolina. They tell host Greg Swatek why the team was able to play its best basketball at the most critical time of the season and what they will remember the most about the journey. They also talk about their futures with the Mount program and where the teams goes from here. Who will be back next season? And who has already decided to enter the transfer portal? Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about one of the best times on the sports calendar with March Madness in full swing and opening day for the Major League Basketball season, as well as the start of high spring sports in Frederick County.
In this episode, Dr. Lewis discusses the difference between acute urinary retention and chronic urinary retention.Guest bio: Dr. Jennifer Lewis graduated from the DNP program at the University of Oklahoma in 2015. She received her MSN and FNP from Graceland University in 2011. Since that time, she has been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner in the Department of Urology at OU Health. Dr. Lewis transitioned as faculty from OU College of Medicine to OU College of Nursing in 2023 where she is currently an Assistant Professor in the undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. Before that, she worked as an RN in the PICU and the resident surgery specialty outpatient clinics. In 2022 she became a certified urologic nurse practitioner. In 2023, Dr. Lewis became a certified interprofessional educator. She presently serves as the research chairperson for SUNA (Society of Urologic Nurses & Associates) and with the AUA (American Urologic Association) on the APP education and membership committee. In 2024, she was selected as a Fellow of the Academy of Urologic Nurses Association. Most recently Dr. Lewis has returned to the student role, to obtain my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate with plans to carve a niche in the work of uropsychiatry for APPs.Visit https://www.coloplastprofessional.us/ for more offerings!
On episode 510 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Dr. Karen Myrick, DNP, APRN, FNP, FAANP, FAAN, a nurse practitioner, educator, researcher, author, and leader in nursing education. As Director of Nursing Education and Practice at Springer Publishing, Dr. Myrick focuses on developing innovative learning resources, including video on-demand products that speak to the needs of 21st-century nurses. In the course of their conversation, Keith and Dr. Myrick discuss the importance of certification in the careers of nurse practitioners, and the learning styles, pedagogies, and technologies that support NP success in the spheres of certification and professional advancement. Karen Myrick, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, ONP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, is a nurse practitioner, educator, researcher, author, and leader in nursing education specializing in orthopedics, sports medicine, and advanced practice training. She practices at Orthopedic Associates of Hartford Urgent Care, providing expert musculoskeletal care. Karen is the Director of Nursing Education and Practice at Springer Publishing, where she develops innovative learning resources, including the FNP and AGNP Video on Demand Review, to support NP students and practicing clinicians. She is also a full tenured professor at multiple universities and serves as Program Director for the Post-Master's Certificate Program in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital Orthopedic Academy. Additionally, she teaches at Plus One Defense Systems, integrating healthcare knowledge with self-defense training. An author of multiple textbooks and a well-published researcher, Karen has received numerous grants and awards for her contributions to nursing and healthcare. A Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (FAANP) and the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN), she is dedicated to advancing NP education, research, and clinical excellence This episode of the Nurse Keith Show is brought to you in collaboration with Springer Publishing, who have been delivering award-winning healthcare education and exam prep materials focused on nursing, behavioral health, and the health sciences for more than 70 years. We thank Springer Publishing for their support. Connect with Dr. Karen Myrick and Springer Publishing: Dr. Myrick on LinkedIn SpringerPub.com Contact Nurse Keith about holistic career coaching to elevate your nursing and healthcare career at NurseKeith.com. Keith also offers services as a motivational and keynote speaker and freelance nurse writer. You can always find Keith on LinkedIn. Are you looking for a novel way to empower your career and move forward in life? Keith's wife, Shada McKenzie, is a gifted astrologer and reader of the tarot who combines ancient and modern techniques to provide valuable insights into your motivations, aspirations, and life trajectory, and she offers listeners of The Nurse Keith Show a 10% discount on their first consultation. Contact Shada at TheCircelandtheDot.com or shada@thecircleandthedot.com.
On this episode of The Table with Anthony ONeal, we're joined by Dr. Serina Lewis Everett, MD, and Dr. Keshia Thompson, DNP, FNP—founders of PatientWell Connect. They shed light on the state of health in communities of color, the rising costs of medical care in the U.S., and why they chose to step away from traditional healthcare models to open their own practice. Their mission? To provide patients with the time, attention, and quality care they truly deserve. Plus, they share details about their upcoming webinar and how you can take control of your health.
Ever wonder how alcohol is really impacting your hormones, weight gain, energy, and mood? We're breaking it all down. From how alcohol raises cortisol and wrecks your sleep to why it makes your face puffy, your periods heavier, and your energy crash.Silene Brown, FNP, shares why alcohol is so hard on your liver and hormones, especially during perimenopause and menopause. We're talking estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and why alcohol keeps you stuck feeling tired, inflamed, and moody, even if you're working out and eating clean.We also dig into how alcohol messes with your sex hormones and your libido, what's really happening with your stress hormones, and why quitting (or even cutting back) can change your life, your face, your body, and your brain.Plus, we chat about parasites, detoxing, and what it really means when you're wide awake at 3 am.This conversation is fall of the stuff no one's talking about when it comes to alcohol and hormones.Connect with Silene on Instagram @refresh.beauty.and.wellnessCheck out the Booty Worm Episode CLICK HEREStep into Your Sober Era! Are you ready to embrace a life of clarity and empowerment? Let's embark on this transformative journey together! [Subscribe Now ➔] Sam's Sober Stack | Samantha Parker | Substack Want to Work with The Samantha Parker for Content Management CLICK HERE Grab my Sober Travel Tips Guide HERE Check out My Sober Storefront HERE Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@samanthaparkershow YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@thesamanthaparker Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesamanthaparker/ Grab $10 off Curious Elixirs https://oken.do/ho7cxduy Shop Ryze Coffee - Grab 15% Off HERE
After achieving his life-long dream of winning a state title, senior wrestler Josh Arthur of Linganore High School is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Arthur chats with host Greg Swatek about his 9-3 double-overtime victory over Seneca Valley's Isaiah Brewster in the Class 4A-3A state final at 113 pounds. What were his nerves like going into that match? After beating Brewster a week earlier in a regional final, how much did that match help him going into the state final? And what were his emotions like after the final buzzer sounded in double overtime with him ahead by six points? Growing up in a wrestling family, Arthur talks about why he was so instantly drawn to the sport. He discusses Linganore's team season and how close the Lancers came to winning three consecutive 3A duals titles in a row. And he talks about his future and how wrestling might fit into that. Prior to that discussion, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to chat about March Madness and the latest runs to the NCAA Tournament by Mount St. Mary's and Maryland. They also discuss the start of spring sports in Frederick County and some storylines to follow and whether Urbana High graduate Trey Lipscomb will be on the Washington Nationals' Opening Day roster.
After winning the girls 115-pound weight class last weekend at the state wrestling tournament, Brunswick High freshman Kate Virgilio is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Virgilio chats with host Greg Swatek about her championship victory — she pinned Liberty's Aubrey Ohler in 5 minutes, 55 seconds after being pinned by Ohler earlier in the season — and the road that led up to it. She talks about how she got her start in wrestling and what it's been like wrestling and beating boys for most of her young career to this point. She chats about the difference when it comes to wrestling girls. And she talks about the legacy she'd like the leave and the opportunity she hopes to create for other girls in wrestling across the county. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to discuss the end of the winter sports season after the Middletown boys and the Oakdale girls lost in the state basketball semifinals. They talk about the Knights' loss to New Town and the Bears setback against South River and how both teams acquitted themselves well against high-powered opponents.
After accepting his first head coaching job in early February, new Urbana High School varsity football coach Zach Shoemaker is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Shoemaker tells host Greg Swatek why high school football has always been such a big part of his life. He talks about witnessing the birth of the Urbana football dynasty in 1998 at Byrd Stadium. He was 10 years old at the time, alongside his father, Roy, a football coach himself. He talks about why the Urbana program always appealed to him so much. He also chats about playing quarterback and safety for Boonsboro High School and later safety for Shepherd University. He talks about why defense and playing physical football is such a big part of his philosophy. And he discusses being deployed in Afghanistan in 2012 as part of the U.S. Marine Corps and how that shaped him both as a person and a coach. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy stops in to discuss the state basketball quarterfinals, featuring the Frederick and Middletown boys and the Oakdale girls, as well as Oakdale's second straight championship Maryland Student Hockey League championship.
In this episode, Justin sits down with Mercy, an FNP working full-time in oncology while launching her new practice offering TRT, weight loss, and IV infusion services. Like many new entrepreneurs, she's eager to grow and attract more clients—but growth takes time, and patience is key.Justin and Mercy discuss why having a strong foundation is crucial when starting a business. Instead of constantly chasing new ideas, it's important to focus on refining what you already offer and allowing your service lines to grow naturally. Success doesn't happen overnight, but with the right mindset and consistency, the results will come.If you're in the early stages of your business and feeling frustrated with slow growth, this episode is a must-listen. Stay the course, trust the process, and watch your business thrive!
In this episode, Justin is joined by Kary, an FNP launching her med spa and women's health practice while balancing a job and deciding between cash-based or insurance billing. With so many decisions ahead, it's easy to get caught up in trying to create the perfect setup—but Justin reminds Kary of an important lesson: you don't have to reinvent the wheel.They discuss the power of using what's already in front of you—whether it's existing referral networks, available resources, or insurance opportunities—to build a strong foundation. Success isn't about forcing everything to fit your ideal vision; it's about adapting and maximizing what's already there.If you're launching or growing a business and feeling stuck on decisions, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on working smarter, not harder!
This session will describe how a inner-city Community Health Center in Buffalo, N.Y. that serves at risk pregnant women and their babies can be duplicated in a diverse, rural and under-resourced foriegn setting. Session recorded on November 7 2024 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM Session block #2 Speaker name(s): Paul Violanti and Heidi Nowak WHNP, FNP, CLC Session webpage: https://www.medicalmissions.com/events/gmhc-2024/sessions/reaching-the-nepalese-himalayan-mountain-communities-through-health-care
The FNP program includes a series of clinical courses: Primary Care I, II, and III, with Primary Care III occurring the semester of graduation. Dr. Elizabeth Phenneger and other FNP faculty incorporated a self-evaluation for students taking Primary Care III at the end of the semester and identified gaps in students' competencies. Faculty created an improvement plan tailored to address these deficits that included : (1) a 7-hour in-person clinical skills intensive day incorporating multiple case-based learning activities, standardized patient case simulations, clinical skills practice on task trainers, and unfolding case studies, and (2) a series of physiology cascade assignments threaded throughout the course. Surveys and faculty assessment revealed significant improvement in students' competencies.
Ever feel overwhelmed by food labels at the grocery store? You're not alone! In this episode, Dr. Michelle Plaster and Amber Foster, FNP, break down the essentials of reading and understanding food labels—without the confusion and frustration.Key Takeaways: ✅ Keep it simple—opt for whole foods with minimal ingredients✅ Focus on what matters most for your health goals✅ Don't be fooled by serving sizes—compare wisely!✅ Use technology like apps and QR codes to make label-reading easier.
In this episode, Justin is joined by Mary, an FNP who's navigating the early stages of her practice while she works full-time at urgent care and PRN teaching. With so many entrepreneurs feeling the pressure to constantly market, expand, and add new services, Mary is learning an important lesson—sometimes, the best move is to wait.Justin and Mary discuss how not every business needs rapid scaling right away. If things are growing steadily with minimal effort, it's okay to let them unfold naturally. But what if things aren't progressing? That's when it's time to pivot and take action.This episode is a reassuring listen for anyone feeling unsure about their next steps. Sometimes, all you need is someone to tell you that you're on the right track. Keep going.
Exam Study Expert: study tips and psychology hacks to learn effectively and get top grades
This week on the show:Top tips for learning for high stakes examsMaintaining your sense of self-worth and protecting your mental health4 top tips for keeping test-taking nerves at bayAdvice for prospective / current nursing studentsOur guest today is Dr Morgan Taylor, an experienced advisor to nursing students. Today's conversation is mainly quite general and non-nursing specific, and relevant to anyone preparing for any high-stakes exam, though we do also dive into Morgan's specific passion and expertise for studying nursing towards the end of the interview.Dr Morgan Taylor is the founder and Chief Nursing Officer at Archer Review, a leading study platform for NCLEX, FNP, TEAS 7, USMLE and nursing school exams.https://www.archerreview.com/Follow Morgan and her company on social @ArcherReviewAlso mentioned in today's episode:Ep 42 with Prof. Timothy Wilson https://examstudyexpert.com/redirect-timothy-wilson/Student stories episodes 69/77 (Rose, high school student) and 73 (Michael, college student)*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge your exam success: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams**** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Podcast Edited by Kerri Edinburgh.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).
Kate, FNP, and entrepreneur, who's embracing the ENP model by balancing part-time work while running her own thriving practice sits down with Justin to discuss her next steps. Kate's business is doing well, but like many solo entrepreneurs, she's at a crossroads: How do you grow beyond what you can do alone?Together, Justin and Kate tackle the challenges of hiring and scaling, emphasizing the crucial shift from solo success to building a team for long-term growth. They discuss how you can operate a successful business solo, but to truly grow and avoid plateauing, you need to invest in the right help. Don't miss Justin's practical advice, including an estimate of the monthly earnings you should aim for before taking the leap into hiring.