Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs

CRNA Financial Preparation for the Final 8000 Days

Retirement represents a pivotal milestone in a CRNA’s life and it ushers in a new phase that could extend over 20 to 30 years or more. How do you best prepare yourself for that transition after work? Today we’re joined by John Diehl, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC® of Hartford Funds to discuss the four stages of retirement and the impact of longevity on financial planning and quality of life. Join us as we explore the concept of 8000 days developed by the MIT Age Lab.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Why MIT breaks down things down into 8000 day sections of life.
What is the Age Lab and what research are they doing?
Breaking down the four phases of retirement.
All the things you need to be thinking about as you start aging.
The psychological adjustment CRNAs need to make for retirement.
The most underestimated aspect of working with great advisors is not just the investment component.
 
About our guest: https://www.hartfordfunds.com/practice-management/applied-insights-team/john-diehl-bio.html
 
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CRNA Advocacy and Campaigning with Kellie Deeter

We’re thrilled to spend time today with a special guest who is not just a nurse anesthetist but also a passionate advocate for healthcare and community issues. Kellie Deeter, CRNA is currently running for a seat in the Ohio House of Representatives with a campaign focused on her extensive experience in the medical field and a commitment to public service. Join us as we hear about her journey, the vision she has for Ohio, and how her CRNA background has prepared her for politics.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Her background as a nurse anesthetist, wife, mother of six, and a small business owner.
She was motivated to run because a regulation in Ohio posed a barrier to practice.
Details on the seat she’s running for and her district.
What’s been the hardest part of campaigning?
The advice she would give someone who is thinking about running for office.
 
Donate to Kellie’s campaign: https://secure.winred.com/deeter-for-ohio/donate-today-?sc=winred-directory&money_bomb=false&recurring=false
 
Learn more about Kellie: https://www.facebook.com/kelliedeeterforohio?mibextid=LQQJ4d
 
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From Diploma to Doctoral Entry: The Evolution of Nurse Anesthesia Education (Part 2)

Today we welcome back Nancy Bruton-Maree, CRNA, and Sandy Ouellette, CRNA to take a detailed look at the evolution of education in the nurse anesthetist profession. In part two of the conversation, we’ll look back through the significant transformations over decades, evolving from diploma programs to doctoral entry. Learn more about the challenges and triumphs that have shaped the profession, from early practice battles to the establishment of standardized education and accreditation.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Why it became necessary for nurse anesthetists to organize around the time of World War I.
The role that pioneers like Agatha Hodgins, Gertrude Fife, and Helen Lamb played in certification and accreditation programs.
Why the ASA formed regionally and locally to try to eliminate nurse anesthetists.
The formation of nurse anesthesia councils and their autonomy.
What impact did direct reimbursement have on nurse anesthesia programs?
What drove the decision to move nurse anesthesia education to the doctoral level?
 
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Ticking Time Bombs: Unveiling Alpha-Gal Syndrome

Today we’re joined by the distinguished Elena Meadows, DNP, CRNA, who is the Associate Director of Didactic Education at Wake Forest University’s nurse anesthesia educational program.
In this episode, the trio dives deep into Alpha-Gal Syndrome, an emerging and pressing healthcare concern involving severe allergies to animal proteins, primarily transmitted by the Lone Star tick. Elena shares her extensive background in nursing education and her journey into the study of Alpha-Gal Syndrome.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Background on Alpha-Gal and how the allergy gets started.
The precautions you can take if you’re out and about.
Why types of symptoms would you exhibit if you have an Alpha-Gal allergy?
How to manage anaphylaxis.
The anesthesia implications for evaluating patients at risk for Alpha-Gal and how to plan anesthesia care for these folks.
 
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From Diploma to Doctoral Entry: The Evolution of Nurse Anesthesia Education (Part 1)

Today we welcome back Nancy Bruton-Maree, CRNA, and Sandy Ouellette, CRNA to take a detailed look at the evolution of education in the nurse anesthetist profession. We’ll cover everything over two episodes and we’ll begin with the challenges faced by nurse anesthetists, the formation of the National Association of Nurse Anesthetists, and the significant contributions of pioneers like Agatha Hodgins, Gertrude Fife, and Helen Lamb.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
What led to the formation of the National Association of Nurse Anesthetists (NANA), now known as the AANA.
The legal battles and opposition facing nurse anesthetists in the early 20th century.
The shift in educational advancements that have shaped the profession.
We’ll look back on some of the key figures in nurse anesthesia history and the role they played.
The importance of maintaining high educational standards and the role of accreditation in our profession.
 
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Improving Patient Outcomes for the Intellectually & Developmentally Disabled

In this week’s episode, we tackle a topic that is sometimes overlooked and deserves more attention: the care of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities: the care of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Ginny Ramsey, DNAP, CRNA, ARNP, CHSE has dedicated her career to improving patient outcomes and raising awareness about the unique challenges facing this underserved community, and today’s show will help all nurse anesthetists provide better care.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Why people with disabilities don’t have the same level of trust with nurses that most people do.
Healthcare access and inequality for individuals with disabilities.
The differences in care for these patients and the best approach to take for anesthesiologists.
Ways that we can improve anesthesia care for these patients.
The different complexities like patient advocacy and sensory concerns.
 
Connect with Ginny: londahlramsey@fgcu.edu
 
Learn more about GIDDN: http://www.golisanofoundation.org/Golisano-Foundation/About/About.aspx
 
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The Clot Thickens: Sepsis-Induced Coagulopathy Revealed

Today we're diving deep into a critical and often deadly complication in septic patients: Sepsis-Induced Coagulopathy or SIC. We'll be discussing the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management strategies based on a comprehensive narrative review by Drs. Brittney Williams, Lin Zou, Jean-Francois Pittet, and Wei Chao.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The pathophysiology of SIC is a complex interplay between the immune and coagulation systems.
We’ll discuss the diagnostic criteria and tools in detail.
Early and accurate diagnosis is essential for initiating appropriate management strategies and improving patient outcomes.
Management of SIC involves both supportive care and targeted therapies.
Ongoing research is essential to develop more effective diagnostic tools and treatment strategies.
 
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What is Your CRNA Money Story?

Have you ever stopped to think about how your upbringing and personal experiences shape your financial decisions? Even if you don’t classify yourself as a money person, it still drives many of the decisions we make every day. Today we’re joined by Julie Genjac, Vice President and Managing Director of Applied Insights at Hartford Funds, to discuss the concept of a money story and how understanding it can transform your financial future.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The relationship we have with money impact the decisions we’re making every day.
Her money starts with babysitting early in life and then a financial internship at 17.
Her partnership with wealth psychology expert Kathleen Burns Kingsbury.
The stories people tell themselves about money that just aren’t true.
What is a money script and how does it apply to you?
How we define our own money story?
 
About our guest: https://www.hartfordfunds.com/practice-management/applied-insights-team/julie-genjac-bio.html
 
Learn more about KBK: https://www.breakingmoneysilence.com/
 
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