Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs

A TV Sitcom About Anesthesia? It Could Happen

How would you enjoy turning on your favorite streaming platform and finding a sitcom about anesthesia? It could become a reality if a CRNA’s efforts come to fruition. In this episode, we welcome Ben Hartland, CRNA to discuss his creative endeavor in producing a pilot TV episode about dental anesthesia and the challenges that come with producing a show about the world of dental sedation. Find out how this idea even began and what you can do to help support the endeavor.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
How the TV pilot idea about dentistry came to fruition.
How COVID kicked him out of the hospital and into dentistry.
The biggest challenges and lessons learned during the filming process.
Finding the time between anesthesia and pursuing this project.
Plans for the pilot and the difficulty in getting industry people interested in a project.
 
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Visit the Teeth TV website: https://www.teethtvshow.com/
Check out Teeth TV on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Teethtvshow2023/
Watch the pilot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fYnTnewWmE
 
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Disparities in Healthcare

Recently our dean asked our faculty to include education about disparities in healthcare in one of our introductory courses in our graduate nursing programs. And it didn't take long doing a simple Google search of disparities in healthcare to come up with some interesting articles addressing a variety of sources of disparity in healthcare that exist in our society and their influence on our country’s overall population health. This is a problem in our society and it influences a lot of our population, which is why we need to tackle the problem and possible solutions.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Disparities in rural areas and possible solutions.
The health of minority groups declines over time and subsequent generations.
The racial disparities that exist between and within the US states.
 
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Balancing a Career in Music with Being a CRNA

The CRNA community is filled with multi-talented individuals and today’s guest is a wonderful example of that. In this episode, Sharon and guest host Tracy Castleman, DNP, CRNA, APN-A, FAANA sit down David Giardinelli-O'Connor, PhD, DNAP, CRNA, who has successfully balanced a demanding career in anesthesia with his lifelong passion for music. We’ll hear about his music and multiple bands, his adventures playing for U.S. troops overseas, and the crossover between music and anesthesia.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Challenges and frustrations of trying to balance a CRNA career with a passion for music.
The effort it took to get overseas to perform for the USO.
The virtual shows he had success with during COVID.
Crossover between anesthesia and music careers, with emphasis on fluid management.
The ‘Iowa story’ about nitroglycerin and traveling through the airport.
 
Learn everything about Dave's music: https://www.dave-oconnor.com/
 
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Courage to Lead: 1998-99 AANA President Linda Williams

We’re excited to add another chapter to our Courage to Lead series with 1998-99 AANA President Linda Williams, JD, CRNA. In this episode, Sharon and guest host Tracy Castleman, DNP, CRNA, APN-A, FAANA sit down with Linda to reminisce about her experiences, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the heart of a leader who has truly been through the fire. Join us for a candid discussion about the supervision issue, the importance of mentorship, and the vital role of professionalism.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
What she remembers most from a tumultuous year as president.
The battle she fought over the supervision issue.
How and why the mentoring program got started under Linda.
Why professionalism was always a huge focus for her.
The responsibility of past leaders to respect and support the current leadership.
The big lessons she learned and took away from her time as president.
 
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All Things AANA with President Dru Riddle & CEO Bill Bruce

Today ​we're ​delving ​in ​the ​heart ​of ​all ​matters ​concerning ​the ​American ​Association of Nurse Anesthesiology, ​and ​we're ​privileged ​to ​be ​joined ​by ​two ​prominent ​guests. AANA President Dru Riddle, PhD, DNP, CRNA, FAAN and AANA CEO Bill Bruce, CAE join us for a candid and informative discussion about the organization’s priorities.
Get a glimpse into the strategic vision propelling the AANA forward and the innovative initiatives designed to cultivate the next generation of CRNAs.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The current state of the workforce and the factors leading to a shortage of CRNAs.
What is the AANA doing to help cater to RNs who are showing interest in becoming CRNAs?
The AANA membership recently passed a bylaw that allows for a new membership category.
The focus on making membership meaningful and useful.
An update on reimbursement.
The latest on the Rm8 initiative.
AANA has launched a new education edge learning management system.
 
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Hear from the Candidates for 2024-25 AANA Board of Directors

It’s another special edition of Beyond the Mask where we let you hear directly from the candidates running for various AANA offices in the upcoming fiscal year. This year we recoded the speeches when they were given in front of a live audience at the Mid-Year Assembly. From advocating for full practice authority to enhancing member engagement, each candidate shares their unique vision for advancing the profession. Don't miss this opportunity to hear directly from those who aspire to shape the future of nurse anesthesiology.
 
Don’t forget that voting for these candidates is now open! Here’s the link to let your voice be heard: https://www.aana.com/membership/elections-and-governance/governance/election-center/candidates/
 
 
Here are the candidates we’ll hear from:
Director Candidates:
Daniel King, DNP, MNA, APRN, CRNA, CPPS, CNE - Illinois
Erik Rauch, DNP, MBA, CRNA, NSPM-C - Florida
Ann Miller, DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA - Florida
Sherry Bernardo, DNP, MHA, CRNA - North Carolina
Jason Bauer, MSN, RN, CRNA, PHRN, FAANA - Pennsylvania
Howie Goodwin, DNAP, MSN, CRNA, CHSE, FAANA - Virginia
Dee Bender, DNAP, CRNA, MNNA, ARNP - Washington
Lew Bennett, DNP, CRNA - Pennsylvania
Erin Foley, DNAP, MSNA, CRNA, FAANA - Maine
Susan Hall, DNP, CRNA - Massachusetts
Debra Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA - Florida
William Howell, DNP, CRNA - Georgia
 
Treasurer Candidate:
Jennifer Banek, MSN, CRNA - Illinois
 
VP Candidate:
Tracy Young, MSNA, MBA, CRNA - Louisiana
 
PE Candidate:
Jeffrey Molter, MSN, MBA, CRNA - Ohio
 
 
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Charting a Course for Perioperative Hemodynamic Stability

In this episode, hosts Terry and Garry tackle the pressing topic of hemodynamic instability in surgical patients, exploring its implications, challenges, and potential solutions.
Drawing from data highlighting the alarming rate of preventable harm among perioperative patients, we’ll underscore the urgency of addressing hemodynamic instability. We’ll discuss the gaps in current recommendations, emphasizing the need for a sustained, coordinated plan involving all stakeholders to reduce patient risk.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
There's a gap in specific recommendations guiding clinicians on identifying risk, utilizing essential monitoring, and knowing those crucial thresholds for intervention.
What do we already know and where do we go from here?
The methods behind tackling perioperative hemodynamic instability.
Technology that will define the future of perioperative care.
 
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The Life & Experiences of a Military CRNA with Dr. Debra Diaz

We’re excited for today’s episode as we explore the intersection of anesthesia, leadership, and military service with the incredible Debra Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA. She’s a CRNA who served in the US Navy and shares her profound experiences from the front lines to the operating room. Discover the unique challenges of military anesthesia, the critical importance of leadership, and the unyielding spirit of service that defines the CRNA profession.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The difference between being a CRNA in the military and working as a civilian.
The training the military provides and how the Navy stresses leadership training.
The experiences she had on aircraft carriers, including being on a ship that had just two females among a crew of 5500 people.
Debra shares stories about treating combat injuries and why she had to carry multiple weapons during some of her assignments.
What she gained from her military service that benefits her as a CRNA.
 
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