Podcast appearances and mentions of mimi secor

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.

Episode Summary This week on the Fit is Freedom Podcast, I have the pleasure of being joined by the incredibly knowledgeable and passionate Dr. Mimi Secor!   Join us as Mimi shares her journey into the health and fitness world at a time when she truly didn't believe she had ANY time to give in her life. With our combined passions of everything health and fitness along with helping women, we'll also discuss some incredibly important topics plaguing us women as we age including:   Taking care of yourself Finding your tribe Dealing with and preventing aches and pains Anti-Diet Culture And so much more!    All About Mimi   Mimi is a force to be reckoned with! She has over 45 years experience as a Nurse Practitioner and has always had a knack for helping other women. At the age of 59, she decided to go for her doctorate instead of preparing for retirement. This was one of the toughest decisions, but also the biggest life-changing decision.   In the throws of her doctoral program, she found inspiration from her daughter, who literally got Mimi off her feet and into a gym. Once Mimi started taking care of herself, thanks to the not-so-subtle nudging of her daughter, she realized how much her life and her body were improving.   Since that life changing moment, Mimi has competed in multiple body-building competitions.  She works alongside her daughter to help other women achieve their long term fitness goals, and has even written a bestselling book!  Tips from the Doctor   Throughout the podcast, we discuss a variety of topics. Here are some of the top tips from Dr. Mimi Secor… Take Care of Yourself   Self-care is quite the buzzword these days, but it is so important to take care of yourself. As a general rule, the more stressed you are, the more you need to be doing to take care of yourself.   Of course, there are all kinds of things you can do to take care of yourself, but here are some of the easiest to implement quickly..   Speak kindly to yourself Drink water and stay hydrated Get enough sleep Move your body Get outside Do something you enjoy Find Your Tribe   Women have to consider all kinds of factors when they are trying to make lifelong positive changes.  Choosing your tribe may be one of them. Do you have people who pressure you to eat in ways you don't feel will fuel your body properly? Do you have people who aren't encouraging of your new health habits?    It's important to surround yourself with a tribe that has similar values. Maybe you could find a group that enjoys hikes or walks in the afternoon.  Maybe there's a particular friend of yours who enjoys reading inspirational biographies. The point is…be intentional with whom you surround yourself.  It's really important! Aches and Pains   We all get them from time to time. Waking up sore. Bending over to pick something up only to feel a twinge in your back. As we age, this has the potential to become more and more common, but it doesn't necessarily have to be. Here are some things you can do that can keep your body flexible, agile, and prepared as you start aging…   Stretching Yoga  Meditation Anti-Diet Culture Both Mimi and myself despise diets. I mean, it literally has the word “die” in it!  What we do support is optimizing your health in a way that is sustainable and changes your life for the long haul. It all starts with your mindset and then trickles down to your food, your sleep, your movement, and more.    If you focus on making small changes over time, you are much more likely to change your life in a big way down the road. It creates consistency and habits, which will keep you working even when life throws its unexpected stressors at you. 

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: Maria Trent, MD, MPH, FAAP, FSAHM Dr. Mimi Secor is joined by Dr. Maria Trent to discuss mycoplasma genitalium (MGen), how we can better understand this infection and help reduce our patients' risk of it.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: Maria Trent, MD, MPH, FAAP, FSAHM There are gaps in resources available to care for patients with mycoplasma genitalium (MGen). Since access to testing and to resistance testing are critical to be able to properly care for women suspected of having MGen, Dr. Mimi Secor talks with Dr. Maria Trent from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine about how clinicians can overcome common diagnostic and treatment challenges and shares guidelines updates from the CDC.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: Maria Trent, MD, MPH, FAAP, FSAHM Dr. Mimi Secor is joined by Dr. Maria Trent, Chief of the Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, to discuss diagnosing and treating antibiotic resistant MGen.

NPs are known for the excellent patient care, but how many of us fall short when it comes to caring for ourselves? NP and wellness guru Dr. Mimi Secor talks about her personal life transformation and gives valuable tips for owning your own wellness.   Resources from this episode: AANP NP Wellness Resources 2021 AANP National Conference For more information from Dr. Secor, text DRMIMI to 26360   Click here to join AANP today!

Getting older is inevitable, but studies show that as we age we tend to gain 1-2 pounds per YEAR, which could ultimately lead to serious heart problems, high blood pressure, and diabetes.Getting older is inevitable, but studies show that as we age we tend to gain 1-2 pounds per YEAR, which could ultimately lead to serious heart problems, high blood pressure, and diabetes.Dr. Mimi Secor has been a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Women's Health, for over 40 years. She is a popular National Speaker and Consultant, educating advanced practice clinicians and consumers around the country and the world. She is also the author of Debut a New You: Transforming Your Life at Any Age.She is here to tell us how healthy aging is possible, managing a stressful life and maintaining healthy habits, the problem with yoyo dieting, how to stop it, and the importance of weight lifting as your age. Download a FREE copy of Dr. Mimi's book here, and check out her app by texting DRMIMI to 36260.

Getting older is inevitable, but studies show that as we age we tend to gain 1-2 pounds per YEAR, which could ultimately lead to serious heart problems, high blood pressure, and diabetes.Getting older is inevitable, but studies show that as we age we tend to gain 1-2 pounds per YEAR, which could ultimately lead to serious heart problems, high blood pressure, and diabetes.Dr. Mimi Secor has been a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Women’s Health, for over 40 years. She is a popular National Speaker and Consultant, educating advanced practice clinicians and consumers around the country and the world. She is also the author of Debut a New You: Transforming Your Life at Any Age.She is here to tell us how healthy aging is possible, managing a stressful life and maintaining healthy habits, the problem with yoyo dieting, how to stop it, and the importance of weight lifting as your age. Download a FREE copy of Dr. Mimi's book here, and check out her app by texting DRMIMI to 36260.

Are you a bit stressed out these days? Many NPs and other clinicians are. And if you're an entrepreneur, chances are you can stack that on top of being a clinician.Meet Dr. Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN. While she is known for many things - a speaker, mentor, women's health educator, and she is also now focusing her efforts on physical health and fitness. In today's episode of the NP Business Matters Podcast, we talk about self-care and even the little things you can do to take care of yourself.Do you know what the 1% Rule is? Take a listen to learn more and to find out how you can get a copy of Debut A New You!Click here for show notes and resources...

Dr. Mimi Secor didn’t get truly serious about her own weight-management and overall health until entering her early 60’s. Building on her personal success and with a nod to current events, she offers advice corresponding with each of the letters of the word "pandemic." K-LOVE's Marya Morgan talks with Dr. Mimi about what she calls the '8 pillars of health.' P.lanning/Preparing A.ccountibility N.ighttime D.iet E.xercise M.indset I.nspiration/Intimacy C.oritsol

Dr. Mimi Secor didn’t get truly serious about her own weight-management and overall health until entering her early 60’s. Building on her personal success and with a nod to current events, she offers advice corresponding with each of the letters of the word "pandemic." Air1's Marya Morgan talks with Dr. Mimi about what she calls the '8 pillars of health.' P.lanning/Preparing A.ccountibility N.ighttime D.iet E.xercise M.indset I.nspiration/Intimacy C.oritsol

Mindfulness is a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and the surrounding environment.Practicing mindfulness can be especially helpful in times of stress. In our current health crisis, millions of people continue to be affected by COVID-19 in one way or another: Health concerns or worries, employment woes, social distancing rules making it challenging to connect with family and friends have all been familiar themes. Mindfulness is a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and the surrounding environment. Being present and in the moment means we put aside any negative thoughts about the past or worries about the future—and just be. Joining Dr. Holly today is Dr. Mimi Secor, a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 41 years of experience specializing in Women’s Health. She shares her top 10 ways to practice mindfulness in our everyday lives.   

Mindfulness is a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and the surrounding environment.Practicing mindfulness can be especially helpful in times of stress. In our current health crisis, millions of people continue to be affected by COVID-19 in one way or another: Health concerns or worries, employment woes, social distancing rules making it challenging to connect with family and friends have all been familiar themes. Mindfulness is a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and the surrounding environment. Being present and in the moment means we put aside any negative thoughts about the past or worries about the future—and just be. Joining Dr. Holly today is Dr. Mimi Secor, a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 41 years of experience specializing in Women’s Health. She shares her top 10 ways to practice mindfulness in our everyday lives.   

If your pandemic routine hasn’t been panning out, we’ve got a no-fail plan for you. From how to incorporate better eating habits, to improving sleep hygiene, Dr. Mimi Secor shares her pandemic plan to get your mind and body back on track.  She shares simple tips and tricks that you can do – in small steps – to improve your physical and mental health. Remember, self-care is not selfish.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: James B, Potash, MD, MPH Psychopharmacology is the study of genetic variations to pinpoint more effective personalized treatments for psychiatric disorders. But with clinicians, industry heads, insurance providers, and regulating agencies all weighing in on this practice and forming varying opinions, what’s the best way to move forward? Here to answer that question and others with Dr. Mimi Secor is Dr. James Potash, a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Psychiatrist in Chief at the John Hopkins Department of Psychiatry.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: James B, Potash, MD, MPH Psychopharmacology is the study of genetic variations to pinpoint more effective personalized treatments for psychiatric disorders. But with clinicians, industry heads, insurance providers, and regulating agencies all weighing in on this practice and forming varying opinions, what’s the best way to move forward? Here to answer that question and others with Dr. Mimi Secor is Dr. James Potash, a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Psychiatrist in Chief at the John Hopkins Department of Psychiatry.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: James B, Potash, MD, MPH Psychopharmacology is the study of genetic variations to pinpoint more effective personalized treatments for psychiatric disorders. But with clinicians, industry heads, insurance providers, and regulating agencies all weighing in on this practice and forming varying opinions, what’s the best way to move forward? Here to answer that question and others with Dr. Mimi Secor is Dr. James Potash, a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Psychiatrist in Chief at the John Hopkins Department of Psychiatry.

Let's start the year 2020 with a roar and take action in the health and fitness goals that are important to you. Before we move on, we need to take inventory and let go of old beliefs and habits and make room for healthy habits and achievable goals.  Answers To 3 Of The Most Asked Questions 2019 How to get motivated and how to stick to an exercise plan?  Big ideas have small beginnings and why we need to stop doubting ourselves and trust the process. Don't ever give up because great things take time and the importance of self-care. How to stop overeating? How do I stick to a healthy diet? By practicing mindful and intuitive eating and implementing the five practices, we can stop overeating and stick to a healthy diet.  How to stay fit as I age? Best exercises for older women with back pain? What are the best activities to get rid of back fat? Do some research because not everyone has the same history and experience, and your needs are unique. Find the activity that lights you up, invest in yourself by hiring a coach, and find a friend to partner up to help you reach your goals. Links mentioned in the show: Discover How To Practice Mindfulness Now 5 Healthy Habits That Can Change Your Life How Pilates Can Transform Your Body And Mind How Pilates Works For Any Age And Fitness Level with Jillian Hessel How To Transform Your Life At Any Stage with Dr. Mimi Secor 5 Facts Why Pilates Rocks Your Body Every Time #41. How To Start Running In Midlife with Julie Saper and Lisa Reichman 4 Week Lean Out Program Subscribe and Review on Apple Podcast Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you are not, then I want to encourage you to do that right now. I don’t want you to miss out on an episode. Click here to subscribe to Apple Podcast. While you are there I would love it you left me a review over on Apple Podcast too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast, and I love reading them. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Thank you so much!

Forty 2 Years of experience is a lot! Dr. Mimi Secor has been working in the medical field for more years than I have been alive which is why she has an absolute abundance of knowledge to share with us on the show. With a background in gynecology and women's health it wasn't until she was in her early 60s that she drastically changed her own story from being over weight and a slave to the grind, to putting her health first and doing a complete 180 - all the way to ending up on stage at a body building comp! The good thing is the Mimi now spends her energy helping others make the same transformational change, no matter how long you have been stuck in the hole you can't get out of/ In Today's Episode We Cover:Dr. Mimi Secor's transformational journeyTips and tricks for women to create Healthy HabitsWhy accountability and mindset is key to executing health--FIND DR. MIMI SECOR ONLINE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mimisecornp/ Want to transform your health? Do it with Coach Kat and Dr Mimi: https://www.coachkatanddrmimi.com/ Website: https://www.mimisecor.com/--SOCIAL MEDIA:Matty LansdownInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattylansdown/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matty-lansdown-0bb76b61/Website: https://mattylansdown.com/--Got a question? Or maybe even a guest suggestion? Email through - podcast@mattylansdown.com--COMPETITION: FREE 1 on 1 NUTRITION CONSULTATION - announced on ep#043How to enter?Screen shot this episode, share it as your Instagram story and tag myself and our guestRate the podcast 5 stars on the Apple Podcast app (or which ever app you use)Write a few sentences reviewing the podcast with your biggest takeawaysBe sure to screen shot your entry and e-mail it through or DM me on Instagram.--Thanks for checking out the show. If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more then please consider subscribing. If you really loved this episode and want to just tell the world about then please take a screen shot and share it on your Instagram story and be sure to tag me so I know you're tuning in. 5 star ratings and positive reviews really help the podcast too so thank you in advance!

Is it possible to fit in working out into an already busy, hectic, stressed out life? That’s what we are exploring today with Dr. Mimi Secor, a Nurse Practitioner of 42 years who decided to see if a change was possible for her. Mimi has always been driven and loved to give to everyone around her, especially her patients, but it wasn’t until her daughter confronted her, seeing her mother stressed and frazzled from the grueling work of going back for a Doctorate at age 59, that she realized something needed to change for herself. On today’s episode, we go step by step into how exactly this a 59-year-old studying for her Doctorate Degree lost 30 pounds in 2 years, gained muscle on her entire body, and began her first ever journey into being a Figure Competitor. Under the guidance of her daughter, a team of supporters, and with sheer willpower and determination, she transformed her life, her body, and her mindset. Now she shares with us what that meant for her, her relationship with excuses and how it has made her even more connected with the patients she loves so dearly, and better able to serve them. Listen to this inspiring podcast, and purchase Dr. Mimi’s powerful life-changing book from her website https://www.coachkatanddrmimi.com/ How to reach Mimi? Instagram Personal Facebook Page Business Facebook Page Kat & Mimi Facebook Page Official Website Were to subscribe and listen: iTunes/Apple Podcast Google Play Spotify If you enjoyed this episode of the Pursue Your Spark podcast, please leave a rating on iTunes, write a review and subscribe.

Bodybuilding Success, Transforming Your Life At Any Age, LCHF, and much more on this Health Podcast with Dr. Mimi Secor:Dr. Mimi Secor, Nurse Practitioner - is a National Speaker/ Educator/Entrepreneur, a #1 International Best-selling Author, and a Health and Fitness Advocate. She has worked for 42 years as a Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Women's Health and more recently Health and Fitness. Mimi is Senior Faculty with Advanced Practice Education Associates (APEA), Lafayette, LA. On Nov 3, 2018, she was inducted as a “Fellow” in the prestigious American Academy of Nursing. She has received several awards including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Massachusetts Coalition of NPs (MCNP) for her contributions to the NP profession. In 2015, at the age of 61, Dr. Secor earned her Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, Utah. The following year, in 2016, she was in her 1st bodybuilding competition, making her “Debut at Age 62” and in July 2018 she placed 2nd in her fourth competition. Quote: "Its never too late to transform your life!" ~ Dr. Mimi Secor She has also published extensively, including her NEW #1 International Best-Selling book, “Debut a New You: Transforming Your Life at Any Age”. Her NEW Updated 2018 (4th edition) co-authored textbook, Advanced Health Assessment of Women; Skills and Procedures, is now available as is her NEW Updated 2018 (2nd edition) co-authored textbook, Fast Facts About the Gynecologic Exam for Nurse Practitioners, PAs and Midwives- both by Springer Publishing. Dr. Mimi Secor is in business with her daughter (a Pro Body Builder, and trainer), as “ CoachKatandDrMimi.com (http://coachkatanddrmimi.com) ” and their passion is helping busy, stressed out, unhealthy NPs become Healthy and Fit, so they can feel better, have more confidence and be more successful. They offer a variety of online programs, courses, and services.   [spp-tweet tweet="Pro Body Builder, Doctor, and Transforming Your Life! You Too Can LIVETHEFUEL! @MimiSecor "]   Top 3 Hot Points:Weightlifting is for all ages, especially over 50-60 years of age. Supporting LCHF, low carb, high fat, high protein for optimal health. Stop comparing yourself to everybody else.   Final Words:I think the all-encompassing message is never to give up on yourself, dig deep, be committed, and go find help from where Healthy People get help. That's why we're so excited about the online programs that we offer. Especially if you're older, don't give up on yourself. That's why the title of my book is "Debut A New You, Transforming Your Life At Any Age". If you're really committed to making the change, we can help you but you got to be really committed to making a change. Have yourself ready and raring to go and then bust up those excuses.   Resources: MimiSecor.com (https://www.mimisecor.com) CoachKatandDrMimi.com (http://coachkatanddrmimi.com) Book on Amazon: Debut a New You: Transforming Your Life at Any Age (https://amzn.to/2WQ7usc) @Mimi.Secor on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mimi.secor) Mimi Secor on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mimisecor/) @MimiSecor on Twitter (https://twitter.com/mimisecor) Mimi Secor on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN1RTWKTf6NdAnahKmqoAsw) @MimiSecorNP on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/MimiSecorNP/)   Influencers Mentioned: Boss Up with Kat Secor (https://www.katsecor.com/) Dr. Jack Kruse on episode 051 of LIVETHEFUEL (http://livethefuel.com/051) Dr. Jack Kruse and Reversing Disease (http://jackkruse.com) Book Publisher Trevor Crane (https://www.trevorcrane.com/)   On This Episode You Will Hear:[spp-timestamp time="00:30"] Introduction [spp-timestamp time="04:45"] I'm a huge advocate for LCHF, low carb, high fat whether you want to call keto, ketogenic,...

Dr. Mimi Secor, a 59 year old nurse practitioner, was overweight for more than 30 years until one day her body-builder daughter Kat confronted her to be a better role model to medical professionals. In only a couple of years Mimi lost over 35 pounds and 12 inches off her waist as she totally changed her physique through bodybuilding. Listen in to hear how she did it, as well as launching her new career at age 62.

Dr. Mimi Secor is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Women’s Health for 40+ years and more recently, Health and Fitness. She is a popular national speaker and consultant, author, health coach, and international educator for clinicians. She earned her doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner when she was 61 and in the following year, placed fourth in a bodybuilding competition. Her most recent book is “Debut a New You: Transforming Your Life at Any Age”. She has also hosted a radio show, ReachMD. You can learn more about Dr. Mimi at https://www.mimisecor.com/.

Host: Matt Birnholz, MD Guest: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Compelled to share her personal experience, Dr. Mimi Secor, author of Debut a New You: Transforming Your Life at Any Age, speaks with Dr. Matt Birnholz about her journey from busy and stressed to happy and healthy.

Host: Matt Birnholz, MD Guest: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Compelled to share her personal experience, Dr. Mimi Secor, author of Debut a New You: Transforming Your Life at Any Age, speaks with Dr. Matt Birnholz about her journey from busy and stressed to happy and healthy.

Joining us today, Dr. Mimi Secor, DNP, a board certified family nurse practitioner and health coach. She talks about her book- "Debut A New You- transforming your life at any age"...... The post Women's health;Taking care of ourselves with Dr.Mimi Secor, DNP appeared first on Vicki Doe Fitness.

In this episode, we will cover: Getting healthy and it at any age! We discuss with Mimi that it is never too late to transform your life, 100% commitment to ourselves is CRITICAL for success and sustainability of any change, we must believe we are worthy, have a positive self of self and that small consistent changes CAN lead to huge transformation. Tune in and learn from Mimi Secor! About Our Guest: Dr. Mimi Secor, Nurse Practitioner- is a National Speaker/ Educator, a #1 International Best-selling Author, and a Health and Fitness Advocate. Her current passion is helping NPs become healthy and fit. She has worked for 41 years as a Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Women's Health. In 2015, at the age of 61, Dr. Secor earned her Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, Utah. The following year, in 2016, she was in her 1st bodybuilding competition, making her “Debut at Age 62” and June 16th she was in her 3 rd competition in New Haven, CT. She has received several awards and has also published extensively, including her NEW #1 International Best-Selling book, “Debut a New You: Transforming Your Life at Any Age” Her 2014 co-authored textbook, Advanced Health Assessment of Women; Skills and Procedures, was selected as 2016 “AJN Book of the Year-honorable mention” and her NEW Updated 2018 co-authored textbook (2 nd Edition), Fast Facts About the Gynecologic Exam for Nurse Practitioners, PAs, and Midwives- was just published. Dr. Mimi Secor is in business with her daughter (a Pro Body Builder, and trainer), as “Coach Kat and Dr. Mimi” and their passion is helping busy, stressed out, unhealthy NPs turn their lives around. They offer a variety of online programs and services. STAY CONNECTED:  Get my book, DebutANewYou.com Download my app, by texting DrMIMI to 26360 Thank you again for joining us today please check out our webpage at www.riseupforyou.com for more podcast episodes, webinars, articles, free resources, and events to help you get to the next level in your life! You can also follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Google+, and Youtube @riseupforyou If you know anybody that would benefit from this episode please share it with them and help spread the knowledge and motivation. Please support Rise Up For You by writing a review on iTunes. Your feedback will really help the success of our show and push us to continuously be better!  So don’t forget to show your support! SUBSCRIBE TODAY to Rise Up For You Women’s Podcast

Catherine is here today with Dr. Mimi Secor. Dr. Mimi Secor is a Nurse Practitioner and a National Speaker and Educator, plus #1 International Best-Selling Author, and a Fitness and Health Advocate. Dr. Mimi Secor is in business with her daughter as...

She has years of media experience including as a national radio host on ReachMD and has also been a guest on Good Morning America, interviewed by the Wall Street Journal, Boston Globe and many others. Dr. Secor has received several awards, including the 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Massachusetts Coalition of Nurse Practitioners (MCNP).

Catherine is here today with Dr. Mimi Secor. Dr. Mimi Secor is a Nurse Practitioner and a National Speaker and Educator, plus #1 International Best-Selling Author, and a Fitness and Health Advocate. Dr. Mimi Secor is in business with her daughter as "Coach Kat and Dr Mimi" and their passion is helping stressed out Nurse Practitioners and Busy Professionals become healthier, more confidence and successful. She has worked for 41 years as a Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Women's Health. In 2015, at the age of 61, Dr. Secor earned her Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, Utah. The following year, in 2016, she was in her first body building competition, making her "Debut at 62", placing 5th in the Figure over 40 category. And… boy oh boy, you have to check her out to believe it, what an inspiration!! November the 4th in 2017 she placed 2nd in the over 50 category in her second competition at the New England NPC Championship Bodybuilding Show in Boston, MA. She has also received several awards and has also published extensively, including her NEW #1 International Best-Selling book, "Debut a New You: Transforming Your Life at Any Age". She has years of media experience including as a national radio host on ReachMD and has also been a guest on Good Morning America, interviewed by the Wall Street Journal, Boston Globe and many others. Dr. Secor has received several awards, including the 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Massachusetts Coalition of Nurse Practitioners (MCNP). Find Out More About Dr. Mimi Secor Visit her Website Connect with Dr. Mimi Secor on Facebook Dr. Mimi Secor on Twitter @mimisecor Follow Dr. Mimi Secor on Instagram @coachkatanddrmimi It's now time to tap into this energetic and very inspiring human being. Enjoy!

Dr. Mimi Secor has been a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner, specialising in Women's health for over 40 years. She is a popular National Speaker & consultant, educating advanced practice clinicians and consumers around the world. In this interview we delve deep into some of the issues we are commonly seeing in young women today, especially regarding fertility, we talk lifestyle changes we can implement to prevent or combat this, the contraceptive pill which there is so much mixed information on, what the necessary schedule of check ups women need to be getting yearly are plus loads more. You can find her at: http://www.mimisecor.com http://www.coachkatanddrmimi.com https://www.facebook.com/MimiSecorNP/ https://www.facebook.com/CoachKatandDrMimi/  

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP The annual cost of chronic pain in the United States is as high as $635 billion a year, which is more than the yearly costs for cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Over 100 million Americans are affected by chronic pain, and by extension, pain is the number one diagnosis in primary care. Joining host Mimi Secor to discuss new insights on this ever-present malady is Brett Snodgrass, Family Nurse Practitioner in private practice in Bartlett, TN specializing in pain management and palliative care. She is President of the Greater Memphis Area Advanced Practice Nurses, and also hosts a popular blog called The NP Mom.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Nurse Practitioners were first introduced into healthcare systems in 1965 by Loretta C Ford, and since that time the role has expanded to include over 189,000 NP's in practice today. Joining host Mimi Secor to review the first half-century of the Nurse Practitioner profession and its ongoing priorities and challenges is the founder of the NP movement herself, Dr. Loretta Ford. Dr. Ford is past Dean and Professor Emerita at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, and is an internationally known leader in the nursing field.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP There are approximately 55 million women of menopausal age in the US. In fact, about 6,000 women reach menopausal age every day. For many, the spectrum of physical changes and their associated impacts on daily life aren't always anticipated or well understood. Clinicians of all levels have unique opportunities to provide guidance and treatment options for patients experiencing more severe effects of menopause; however, they don't always know what to ask, or how to ask it. To address this knowledge gap, host Mimi Secor welcomes Barbara Dehn, popularly known as Nurse Barb, a practicing Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, award winning author, and a nationally recognized health expert, to discuss clinical approaches to helping patients through the more difficult symptoms of menopause.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Modern clinical practice places high value on the skill of multitasking. Yet recent date indicate that multitasking leads to increased errors and decreased productivity. To better understand how multitasking impacts patient safety and personal wellbeing, host Mimi Secor welcomes Dr. Joanne Perron, Co-Chair of ACOG's District IX Committee on Physician Work-Life Balance. Dr. Perron lectures extensively on traditional and novel mindfulness practices to mitigate burnout among the medical community.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: Pratt Bennett Nurse Practitioners often put their patients' health and well being before their own. A career as an NP can be stressful, overwhelming and the pressure of juggling work and home can make life feel like it is spinning out of control. Pratt Bennett owner of Make That Leap!, a Boston, Massachusetts life coaching company focused on Nurse Practitioners joins host Mimi Secor to talk about how NP's can reduce stress to be happier on the job and at home.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: Terri Warren, NP The CDC has recommendations when it comes to the treatment, testing and counseling of patients who may have sexually transmitted infections or at high risk of contracting an STI. There are a number of ways to test for diseases like gonnorhea, chlamidiya, and syphillis and that can be confusing for NPs and their patients. Nurse Practitioner Terri Warren with the Westover Clinic in Portland, Oregon explains to host Mimi Secor some of the most important changes recommended by the CDC to help reduce the number of sexually transmitted infections in the country especially among teens.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: Kirsten Wister, NP After years working in clinical practice in rural Arizona, NP Kirsten Wister had a vision for her own practice that would allow her to offer integrative medicine and treat poor and needy patients. Like some other rural states in the US, the state of Arizona allows NPs to run a practice without a physician's oversight, as well as admit patients to some acute and sub-acute facillities, and prescribe medication. She and host Mimi Secor talk about how she opened her practice in Sierra Vista, 75 miles south of Tucson, in March 2011, and the patients who were invested in having this practice in the community to the extent that they staffed it voluntarily, and the value she's found in collaborating with physicians despite the fact Arizona law does not require it.

Guest: Barbara Phillips, NP Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Thousands of nurse practitioners across the country run their own practices. But for those who have never been self-employed, the challenges of starting their own business can seem daunting. Nurse practitioner Barbara Phillips, business coach, consultant and CEO of NP Choice, LLC, joins host Mimi Secor to discuss how to start your own business in seven steps, from the concept stage to the day you open your doors to patients.

Guest: Julia Pallentino, MSN, JD, ARNP-BC Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Though the number of malpractice suits involving nurse practitioners is extremely low compared to other medical providers, as the number of nurse practitioners increases, so does the number of malpractice suits. Nurse practitioner Julia Pallentino, a former medical malpractice attorney in Tallahassee, Florida, joins host Mimi Secor to explain what she calls the "4 C's" of reducing risk of a lawsuit— communication, caring, competance and charting.

Guest: Christine Kessler Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP America has a weight problem. Billions of dollars are spent every year in the pursuit of weight loss, often without success. And it is one of the most frequently addressed health concerns addressed by patients and their health care providers. What tips can you provide your patients to help them lose weight and keep it off? Nurse Practitioner Christine Kessler, a certified practitioner in advanced diabetes management at a large teaching medical center, joins host Mimi Secor to discuss the changes in our food and eating habits that have contributed to an obesity epidemic.

Guest: Julia Pallentino, MSN, JD, ARNP-BC Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Family nurse practitioners frequently see patients with gastrointestinal complaints. When can the family NP treat the patient, and when does the patient need to be referred to a GI specialist? Julia Pallentino, board certified nurse practitioner at GI Associates of Tallahassee in Tallahassee, Florida, discusses with host Mimi Secor common gastroenterological problems and their diagnostics and management. What can family NPs learn from the specialist about screening and treating gastroenterological conditions? On a related note, how can NPs convince the colonoscopy-phobic patient over 50 to begin colon cancer screening?

Guest: Christine Kessler Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP America has a weight problem. Billions of dollars are spent every year in the pursuit of weight loss, often without success. And it is one of the most frequently addressed health concerns addressed by patients and their health care providers. What tips can you provide your patients to help them lose weight and keep it off? Nurse Practitioner Christine Kessler, a certified practitioner in advanced diabetes management at a large teaching medical center, joins host Mimi Secor to discuss the changes in our food and eating habits that have contributed to an obesity epidemic.

Guest: Tom Bartol Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP As medicine takes an increasingly evidence-based approach to care, it's more important than ever for busy clinicians to be able to evaluate the benefits and risk-reduction associated with new treatments and medications. This week's guest, Tom Bartol, nurse practitioner at the Richmond Area Health Center in Richmond, Maine, discusses with host Mimi Secor how to wade through the research data and evaluate statistical significance versus clinical significance, and find the information you need in order to treat your patients more effectively.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: Norma Hannigan Laughter has been shown to lower blood pressure, increase blood flow and build endorphins. Nurse practitioner Norma Hannigan, associate professor of clinical nursing at Columbia University in New York, joins host Mimi Secor for a serious discussion of the anecdotal and evidence-based research on laughter and how to use laughter as medicine in your clinical practice.

Guest: Allison Blood Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP You're already a nurse, so why take the extra step to become a Nurse Practitioner? Allison Blood, an NP student at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Boston, Massachusetts joins host Mimi Secor to discuss the mentors in her life who lead her to this next step in her education. They also talk about the highlights and challenges of being an NP student and goals for the future.

Guest: Maryana McGlasson Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Nurse practitioner Maryana McGlasson waited for months to find out if she would be selected to work with the Doctors without Borders Program. Once she was notified, she had three days to hop on a plane and get to Nigeria, where she would be one of a handful of nurses dealing with hundreds of patients with cholera. She shares her inspiring story with host Mimi Secor on why she decided to become a Doctors without Borders volunteer and what it's like to treat patients with this highly contagious cholera in a tent city lacking even reliable electricity.

Guest: Susan Matthews, PhD Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP In September, over 5,000 nurses and nurse practitioners were invited to participate in a conference call with First Lady Michelle Obama to discuss the latest changes in healthcare policy. Five were invited to travel to Washington to participate in a roundtable discussion at the White House with the First Lady. Included in that group was Dr. Susan Matthews, owner of Bluegrass Regional Healthcare in Beaver Dam, Kentucky. Dr. Matthews joins host Mimi Secor to talk about the important issues covered in that summit and the role NPs will play in the future of healthcare.

Guest: Christine Kessler Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP What makes Americans fat? Diet isn't entirely to blame. Christine Kessler, who is a nurse practitioner in the department of endocrinology and metabolic medicine at a Washington, DC, teaching hospital, joins host Mimi Secor to discuss the many variables that are attributed to obesity in this country. They also look at what nurse practitioners can do to help their patients come up with strategies for living healthier lives.

Guest: Patti Duprey Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Chronic disease is on the rise in the United States — especially diabetes. More than 57 million Americans suffer from pre-diabetic symptoms. With a shortage or primary care doctors, who will take on the role of treating these patients? Nurse Practitioner Patty Duprey, director of the Diabetes Center in North Conway, New Hampshire, joins host Mimi Secor to discuss why NPs are in the perfect position to take over care of patients with diabetes and why a team approach and teaching patients self-management skills are the keys to successful treatment.

Guest: Patti Duprey Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Chronic disease is on the rise in the United States — especially diabetes. More than 57 million Americans suffer from pre-diabetic symptoms. With a shortage or primary care doctors, who will take on the role of treating these patients? Nurse Practitioner Patty Duprey, director of the Diabetes Center in North Conway, New Hampshire, joins host Mimi Secor to discuss why NPs are in the perfect position to take over care of patients with diabetes and why a team approach and teaching patients self-management skills are the keys to successful treatment.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: Eileen O'Grady, PhD, RN, NP Every day, we hear about the rise of chronic disease and rates of obesity. How do we persuade patients to change their behavior in order to become healthier? A new answer may lie in the field of wellness coaching. Dr. Eileen O'Grady, nurse practitioner, wellness coach and visiting professor at the Leinhard School of Nursing at Pace University in New York City, talks with host Mimi Secor about the evidence-based methodology behind wellness coaching. They also cover certification requirements and how NPs and PAs interested in career opportunities in this field can set up a wellness practice.

Guest: Eileen O'Grady, PhD, RN, NP Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP How does the medical home fit into the rapidly changing healthcare model in the United States? The idea of the medical home isn't a new one. It's actually based on a concept created by the American Academy of Pediatrics in the 1960s. Dr. Eileen O'Grady, nurse practitioner and visiiting professor at the Leinhard School of Nursing at Pace University in New York, joins host Mimi Secor to explain how the medical home works, the technology needed to set it up and the opportunities the advanced practice clinician will play in this healthcare model.

Guest: Barbara Phillips Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Millions of people worldwide have Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter accounts. What do you need to know about today's Internet-savvy e-Patient, who uses online tools to share information with their medical providers, search for medical information, and manage and cope with their medical conditions. Nurse practitioner Barbara Phillips, founder and CEO of NP Choice, LLC, joins host Mimi Secor to discuss how to effectively connect with your patients, and how to set up online policies and online identities.

Guest: Constance Roche Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP It's estimated that one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. 75% of women who are diagnosed have no known risk factors. But the incidence and mortality rate of breast cancer has declined over the last couple of decades. The government released controversial amendments to screening recommendations last year based on mortality outcomes from breast cancer. What are the implications for our patients, and what screening guidelines should advanced practice clinicians recommend to patients? Nurse practitioner Constance Roche, a clinical coordinator at the Avon Comprehensive Evaluation Center in Boston, Massachusetts, joins host Mimi Secor to discuss how to identify high risk patients, the best screening techniques and how primary care providers can find the best specialist for their patients.

Guest: Edward Mello, Jr Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP It takes the entire community working together to effectively respond to a disaster. Trained first responders and medical professionals are key to saving lives. Nurse practitioners and physician assistants play a vital role, but it's crucial that community agencies know your specialties and how you can to be best utilized before a disaster strikes. Nurse practitioner Lt. Colonel Ed Mello joins host Mimi Secor to discuss how advanced practice clinicians can be involved in disaster training and what goes into becoming part of a disaster team.

Guest: Yvette Petti, PhD, APRN-BC Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP In the next five years, women will account for more than 10 percent of the veterans in the United States. The growing population of female soldiers has raised new challenges for government. Not only are women facing some of the same health issues as men, like depression and post traumatic stress disorder, but they are dealing with issues like sexual trauma, and the need for services such as mammograms and fertility counseling. Dr. Yvette Petti, adult nurse practitioner for the Department of Primary Care and Women's Wellness Services at the VA Medical Center in Battle Creek, Michigan, joins host Mimi Secor to discuss what the Veterans Administration is doing, and how they are reaching outside the VA, to meet the health needs of women veterans.

Guest: Evelyn Resh, CNM, MPH Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP All parents want to make sure their teenage daughters are well-informed about issues related to sex, but how do advanced practice clinicians make sure teens are comfortable about their sexuality as they move into adulthood? Certified nurse midwife Evelyn Resh, director of women's health and sexuality counseling at Miraval Resorts, Tucson, Arizona, joins host Mimi Secor to talk about giving girls the knowledge and information they need to make healthy decisions about sex. They also discuss the impact that mothers have on their daughters' body image, and new sexual issues facing girls today.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: Kimberly Comparetto, NP Alcohol, ecstacy and marijuana use has always been an issue for teens in the United States, but there are other alarming trends as well. More than five percent of 12 year-olds in this country say they have abused prescription drugs. As a medical professional on the front lines, how do you talk to teens and their parents if you suspect an addiction problem with your patients? Kimberly Comparetto, a psychiatric mental health NP who works in the adolescent in-patient unit of Spring Harbor Hospital in Westbrook, Maine, joins host Mimi Secor to talk about risk factors, warning signs, treatment options and ways to open the lines of communication between patients and parents who may have a child with an addiction problem.

Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Guest: Kimberly Comparetto, NP Alcohol, ecstacy and marijuana use has always been an issue for teens in the United States, but there are other alarming trends as well. More than five percent of 12 year-olds in this country say they have abused prescription drugs. As a medical professional on the front lines, how do you talk to teens and their parents if you suspect an addiction problem with your patients? Kimberly Comparetto, a psychiatric mental health NP who works in the adolescent in-patient unit of Spring Harbor Hospital in Westbrook, Maine, joins host Mimi Secor to talk about risk factors, warning signs, treatment options and ways to open the lines of communication between patients and parents who may have a child with an addiction problem.

Guest: Helen Carcio, NP Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP More than 33 million people in the United States suffer from overactive bladder problems. Bladder health programs are being established in existing and new clinics to treat this issue that is rapidly growing, especially among the elderly. NP Helen Carcio began a certification program on the internet that teaches medical entrepreneurs how to establish these clinics. She joins host Mimi Secor to discuss start-up costs, the treatment process and the role of the NP and PA in this groundbreaking new expertise.

Guest: Susan Scanland, MSN, CRNP, GNP-BC Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP How can we limit the risk of Alzheimer's disease? New research suggests a correlation between obesity, type 2 diabetes and dementia. Susan Scanland, gerontological nurse practitioner, discusses this research with host Mimi Secor. She discusses how Alzheimer's, weight and waist size seem to be related, and how clinicians can help patients reduce their risk of Alzheimer's disease.

Guest: Roger Green, DNP Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Healthcare practiced between the grocery store's pharmacy and produce section is becoming one of the largest sectors employing nurse practitioners in the United States. Since retail clinics see patients from the age of 1 to 100 most NPs are family nurse practitioners. Dr. Roger Green, division vice president of the western region of the Kroger grocery store system's Little Clinics, joins host Mimi Secor to talk about why such clinics are so popular among patients and NPs who work in this rapidly growing medical specialty.

Guest: Roger Green, DNP Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Retail health clinics are popping up all over the United States in grocery and drug stores. More than 10,000 NPs and PAs are employed by these clinics— and they are the largest employer for NPs nationwide. So why do nurse practitioners and physician assistants want to work at these clinics? Dr. Roger Green, division western region vice president of the Little Clinics in the Kroger grocery store system, joins host Mimi Secor to discuss why so many NPs and PAs want to work in retail health, who these companies are recruiting and the global expansion of these clinics.

Guest: Loretta Ford, EdD, RN, PNP, FNP Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP In 1965, Dr. Loretta Ford, a pediatric nurse at the University of Colorado Medical Center, began to grow concerned about the patients in her community. She saw a need for improved healthcare delivery, especially in the growing number of rural and urban areas where primary pediatric physicians were lacking. Dr. Ford, renowned as the founder of the nurse practitioner field, joins host Mimi Secor to talk about the challenges and triumphs during the early years, and the state of the field in the 21st century.

Guest: Captain Linnea Axman, FNP Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Nurse practitioners can be found in all branches of the military. NPs are deployed to all areas of the globe, wherever there are soldiers— from war zones to humanitarian efforts. How does a career as a Navy NP differ from a civilian NP? Captain Linnea Axman, lead research administrator, project director and family nurse practitioner at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, California, joins host Mimi Secor to talk about her career in the Navy, what role nurse practitioners have in the military and the opportunities the Navy offers to NPs.

Guest: Marie-Eileen Onieal, PhD Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP With more Americans due to become insured as a result of healthcare reform, nurse practitioners will be increasingly necessary to help make up for the shortage of primary care physicians. Residents of Massachusetts have been required to have health insurance since 2007. There, nurse practitioners have stepped in to meet the demand for primary care. Nurse practitioner Dr. Marie-Eileen Onieal, health policy expert and director of health services for the Massachusetts Department of Youth Services, joins host Mimi Secor to look at the role NPs play in Massachusetts' healthcare system, and how this model can help reduce costs and improve patient care throughout the country.

Guest: Elayne DeSimone, PhD Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Nurse practitioners play a critical role in American healthcare. Over half of NPs practice in primary care, but their role reaches into every medical specialty, dealing with a variety of complex person-oriented issues. Dr. Elayne DeSimone, clinical professor and director of the Post Master's Program at Stony Brook University School of Nursing in Long Island, New York, joins host Mimi Secor to talk about the skills and services NPs add to a medical practice. What prescribing rights do NPs have? Can a nurse practitioner have their own practice? Tune in for answers to common questions and some facts that may surprise you about the role of NPs.

Guest: Joyce Pulcini, PhD, RN Host: Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Since the University of Colorado graduated the first nurse practitioners in 1965, the educational requirements to enter the field have changed as the healthcare system has changed. Now, in order to keep nurse practitioners' skill sets current and to stay in step with physicians, pharmacists, and other practitioners in evidence-based practice, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing is recommending a doctorate degree be required for new NPs. Dr. Joyce Pulcini, an associate professor at Boston College Connell School of Nursing, joins host Mimi Secor to talk about the trends and changes coming to higher learning for nurse practitioners.

Guest: Michael Gerchufsky Host: Lisa Dandrea Lenell, PA-C, MPAS, MBA In October 2007, the first program in the Clinicians Roundtable series focusing on the issues of physician assistants aired on ReachMD. This week's program celebrates our 100th show and introduces a new series, Partners in Practice, a new, expanded series addressing the concerns of both physician assistants and nurse practitioners. This week, host Lisa Dandrea Lenell looks back at two and a half years of PA topics and guests. She is joined by Michael Gerchufsky, editor of the journal ADVANCE for Physician Assistants to talk about changes in the PA profession and where it's going in the future. Some of the issues they'll cover are: PA certification, the role of the NCCPA, and trends in PA specialization. Tune in weekly to the new series, Partners in Practice, hosted by physician assistant Lisa Dandrea Lenell and nurse practitioner Mimi Secor.