Beyond The Mask Podcast

Ep 138: The Highs & Lows of Sharon’s Journey to a DNP

Before we share anything, please note that this is an emotional episode. Not only was the journey to a DNP a long and arduous one for Sharon with plenty of ... Read more

July 8, 2021July 1, 2021

Ep 136: APEX Live Anesthesia Helping CRNAs Prepare for CPC Assessment

July 1, 2021June 18, 2021

Testing is never a relaxing experience and that’s why the upcoming CPC Assessment has created some anxiety for CRNAs. Thankfully, the duo behind APEX Live is working hard to help ... Read more

Ep 135: Closed Claims Involving CRNAs and SRNAs

June 24, 2021June 18, 2021

No matter how closely you follow standard of care, mistakes can be made in the operating room. CRNAs often get named in claims, even if they did everything right, so ... Read more

In CRNA Personal Finance, Current Events, Podcast

Ep 134: The State of the US Housing Market: Crash or Opportunity?

June 17, 2021June 17, 2021

Home values continue to rise all across the country and it has many people thinking back to the crash of 2008. Are there parallels or is this time different? Josh ... Read more

Ep 133: How Geographic Information Systems Are Being Used to Identify Veteran Suicide Risk

June 10, 2021June 4, 2021

The rate of suicides among our veteran population continues to rise and the number is probably higher than most people realize. The good news is people are leveraging incredible new ... Read more

Ep 132: The Silent Epidemic in Healthcare – Second Victim Phenomenon

There’s a relatively new concept in the healthcare industry that many of its professionals are facing and might not even realize it. The ‘Second Victim’ phenomenon hasn’t always been well-known ... Read more

May 20, 2021May 20, 2021

In Podcast, Political Conversations

Ep 129: Given 6 Months to Live: Healthcare Policy from the Patient’s Perspective

We’ve spent numerous episodes discussing healthcare policy from the viewpoint of a CRNA, but today we take a different look at what needs to change and why it’s important to ... Read more

May 13, 2021May 13, 2021

In CRNA Personal Finance, Podcast

Ep 128: How CRNAs Can Protect Their Greatest Asset: Yourself

It’s easy to assume that your employer insurance coverage will protect you during a catastrophic event, but that’s not necessarily the case. To truly cover your greatest asset as a ... Read more

May 6, 2021May 6, 2021

Ep 127: A CRNA’s Experience Being Deployed to Afghanistan

March 25, 2021March 25, 2021

Most people buy an expensive car or go on an outlandish spending spree when they’re in their late-40s, but Michael Rieker, CRNA, DNP, FAAN, isn’t like most people. Instead of ... Read more

Ep 121: Begin Your Path to a CRNA Non-Surgical Pain Management Practice

March 18, 2021March 11, 2021

There’s a growing need for pain management solutions in our country and it could be the next great opportunity for CRNAs. Cheryl Schosky, DNAP, MSN, CRNA, is one of only ... Read more

Ep 120: The Secret Middle East Mission CRNAs Took Part In

March 11, 2021March 11, 2021

It’s like a story right out of a Hollywood blockbuster. One that involves predawn flights, heavy military ammunitions, and a Crown Prince from the United Arab Emirates. Most importantly, it’s ... Read more

Ep 119: Advocating for CRNAs Using YouTube and Social Media with Jason Bolt, CRNA

March 4, 2021March 3, 2021

You might know him as Bolt CRNA on social media. This new-age advocate for the profession has built a strong following through YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and now Tik-Tok. Find out ... Read more

Ep 118: A CRNA’s Light In the Darkness featuring Steve James, CRNA

February 25, 2021February 25, 2021

The loss of a child can be the greatest weight a parent can carry through life, but Steve James, CRNA, and his wife turned a tragedy into a world-changing mission. ... Read more

Ep 117: A Hand Up! How Dr. Lena Gould, EdD, CRNA, FAAN is Improving Diversity in Nurse Anesthesia

February 18, 2021February 18, 2021

When you look at areas of the nurse anesthesia profession that need improvement, diversity would be near the top of that list. Thanks to Dr. Lena Gould, EdD, CRNA, FAAN, ... Read more

Ep 116: Importance of Mentoring in CRNA Leadership Development

February 11, 2021February 11, 2021

For more than 20 years, the AANA Mentorship Program has played an integral role in the development of young CRNAs thanks to both the mentors and mentees that have committed ... Read more

Ep 115: Summit Your Everest – A CRNA’s Story of Peaks, Valleys, and World Records

February 4, 2021February 4, 2021

If you’re in the need for inspiration, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better story than the one that Jeanne Stawiecki, CRNA, will tell on this episode. Thanks to the ... Read more

Ep 114: Crucibles of Leadership – Overcoming Fear, Doubt, and Uncertainty to Find Your Voice with AANA CEO Dr. Randall Moore

January 28, 2021January 25, 2021

Being the lead of an organization like the AANA takes a special set of leadership skills, but reaching that point doesn’t come without obstacles like uncertainty and doubt. Join us ... Read more

In CRNA Personal Finance, Current Events, Podcast, Political Conversations

Ep 113: Life in a 50-50 World – What Financial Impact Will It Have on CRNAs?

January 21, 2021January 25, 2021

After watching another historic Inauguration Day, we can’t help but notice that the country has mixed feelings about where we’re headed. You can say we’re living in a 50-50 world. ... Read more

In Courage To Lead: Presidential Leadership Series, Podcast

Ep 112: Courage to Lead – Two-Term AANA President Peggy McFadden, CRNA, BS