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Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
A podcast for the CRNA industry. Discussing the important issues that happen both in, and beyond, the operating room. With Sharon Pearce, DNP, CRNA, FAANA, FAAN and Jeremy Stanley, EA, CFP, AIF. Innovations & opportunities for CRNAs & APRNs. Visit our website for more great information https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ and to learn how you can get CE Credit as a CRNA just by listening to the podcast. Don’t miss our special series on CRNA History, CRNA Personal Finance & Retirement, Political…
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- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Leading with Heart: A Conversation with AANA President Jeff Molter
As the new AANA leadership team begins to settle in, we had a chance to sit down with the current AANA President, Jeff Molter, MBA, MSN, CRNA, to hear about…
Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAsGrade 1 View – Ep. 23 – 3 Golden Rules for Finding Your First CRNA Job
Landing your first job as a CRNA can feel overwhelming but knowing what to expect and how to approach the job market can ease a lot of the uncertainty. Today…
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Courage to Lead: Larry Hornsby’s Battle for CRNA Independence
What does it take to lead through one of the most defining battles in CRNA history? In this Courage to Lead conversation, Larry Hornsby, CRNA, BSN reflects on…
Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAsAirway Exchange – Ep 2 – AI in CRNA Education
Artificial Intelligence is moving at a rapid pace and it’s already having a big impact in the classroom. Today, we’re going to explore how AI is reshaping…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
From the OR to the C-Suite – And Back Again
In 2017, Dr. Randy Moore made the leap from the OR and into bigger and bigger leadership roles that challenged him to think beyond patient care. At that time…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Grade 1 View – Ep. 22 – The Fundamentals of Mechanical Ventilation
Today we’re diving into one of the most fundamental tools you’ll encounter in clinical practice: the ventilator. Mechanical ventilation can seem intimidating…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
A CRNA’s Journey From Addiction to Recovery
Addiction in healthcare is often hidden in the shadows, but it doesn’t have to end in tragedy. This powerful episode features an intimate discussion about…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Airway Exchange – Ep 1 – Three Millers and a Mac
In the premiere episode of Airway Exchange, the new series from AANA and Beyond the Mask, hosts Nickie Damico, Greg Collins, Erin Martin, and Louisa Martin…
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From Stigma to Support: 10 Years of Parkdale and CRNA Peer Assistance
Mental health and substance use have been impacting CRNAs and SRNAs, but we’ve come a long way in recognizing and addressing these challenges thanks to…
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Grade 1 View – Ep. 21 – Staying Driven & Ambitious After Becoming a CRNA
Most CRNAs graduate, get a job, and settle into the profession. But Dr. Erik Rauch proves there’s another path—one of leadership, advocacy, and endless…
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Building a Community for Aspiring CRNAs Through Mentorship
Today’s guest is helping shape the next generations of CRNAs one post, one message, and one connection at a time through his platform, CRNA Mentor. Tyler…
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The Five Love Languages for CRNAs in Financial Planning
In the world of financial planning, we often focus on numbers, assets, and strategies, but what about emotions? Just as the concept of "love languages" has…
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Grade 1 View – Ep. 20 – Strategies for Resident Success & Belonging with Dr. Jorge Valdes
CRNA school is one of the toughest journeys a nurse can take, but success isn’t just about grades and clinical skills. It’s also about wellness, belonging, and…
Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAsThoracic Anesthesia: Airway, Esophagus, and Mediastinal Mastery with Dr. Melissa Puskac
Thoracic anesthesia is one of the most complex and high-stakes specialties in medicine, where the airway may literally be open on the table, and every breath…
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Catching Up with AANA CEO Bill Bruce at the Annual Congress
The AANA’s Annual Congress just set a new record—over 4,000 CRNAs and SRNAs came together in Nashville for the largest meeting in the association’s history. In…
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From Burnout to Balance: Women’s Support in Healthcare
Our guests in this episode are representatives from Woman Within International, an organization dedicated to empowering women through self-discovery and…
Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAsGrade 1 View – Ep. 19 – Transitioning From an RN to CRNA (Live from AANA Congress)
Have you ever wondered what it would take to make the shift from an RN to a CRNA? Would it be manageable? Today we’re sharing our conversation with two…
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Stronger Through Vulnerability: A Path to Authentic Connections
In a world where men don't usually don't like discussing their feelings, the Mankind Project USA stands as a beacon of hope for men seeking connection and…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Beyond the OR Walls: How Office-Based Anesthesia is Decentralizing Healthcare
Office-based anesthesia (OBA) is no longer the “wild west” of healthcare. It’s a thriving, highly specialized branch of anesthesia practice that’s changing the…
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Measured vs Observed: The Monitoring Debate with Richie Flowers & Lisandro Hernandez
For years, anesthesia providers have relied on subjective assessments to evaluate neuromuscular recovery. These methods, while familiar, often fall short in…
Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAsGrade 1 View – Ep. 18 – Pursuing a 1099 CRNA Career
For many years, it was rare to see a new CRNA grad get a 1099 opportunity, but that’s been changing over the past decade. This new generation of CRNAs looks at…
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When Conventional Maneuvers Fail: A Case Study on the McMurray Enhanced Airway Device
When seconds matter, preparation saves lives. Today’s case study involving a 47-year-old man with severe obesity and obstructive sleep apnea is a great example…
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What You Need to Know About a Potential AANA Bylaw Change
Good governance is proactive, not reactive, and a potential bylaw change could help the AANA move more in that direction. In this episode of Beyond the Mask…
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Grade 1 View – Ep. 17 – Examining Opioid-Free Anesthesia
In this episode of Grade 1 View, we had the privilege of speaking with Tom Baribeault, DNP, CRNA, a pioneer in the field of opioid-free anesthesia. As the…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Global Anesthesia Outreach In Low-Income Regions
In a world where access to healthcare can vary dramatically, the role of global outreach initiatives has never been more critical. In this week’s episode…
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The R vs. S Enigma: Ketamine Enantiomers and Their Distinct Actions
We dive into the latest research on ketamine's therapeutic potential, including its role in treating ischemic stroke, postoperative cognitive dysfunction…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Programs to Care for Pregnancy Loss in the OR with Casi Short
CRNAs bring technical precision and expertise to the operating room, but our most powerful impact might be how we show up for our patients during their most…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Grade 1 View – Ep. 16 – Grade 1 View – Ep. 16 – RRNA FAQs – Academic and Clinical Success Strategies
What does wellness really look like for nurse anesthesia residents? Today, Kevin and Charity chat with second-year nurse anesthesia resident Cassie Keefe…
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Innovating for Life: The Medical Device Journey Behind Preterm Birth
Before we get started with today's show, we want to take a moment to dedicate this episode to someone very special. Emma, Sharon's…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Beyond Burnout: Strategies for Nurse Wellness with Vince Pitstick
The nursing profession has always been a cornerstone of the healthcare system, but in recent years, the pressure, burnout and emotional…
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Grade 1 View – Ep. 15 – The Science, Culture, & Compassion of Anesthesia
From a 72-hour labor in rural India to the operating room as a nurse anesthesia resident, Taranjeet Rathore’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Along…
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The First Nurse Anesthesia Hackathon Coming to AANA Annual Congress
It’s bold. It’s fast. And it’s the first of its kind in nurse anesthesiology. Sharon and guest co-host AANA President Jan Setnor welcome back nurse innovator…
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Don't Get Zapped! Anesthesia Safety with Implanted Cardiac Devices
(If you're hearing an episode on Dexmedatomidine and using Apple Podcasts, please delete the file and re-download it so you can hear the proper episode about…
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What CRNAs Need to Know Before the Tax Cut And Jobs Act Expires This Year
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), enacted in 2017, introduced sweeping changes to both individual and business tax provisions—many of which have significantly…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Grade 1 View – Ep. 14 – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Jeffrey Darna
What if that voice in your head saying “you don’t belong here” isn’t telling the truth? So many professionals suffer from imposter syndrome and that’s no…
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RaDonda Vaught Speaks Out After Landmark Healthcare Case
In 2017, a fatal medication error shocked the medical world, and its aftermath has left the nursing community forever changed. In this gripping episode, Jeremy…
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Dexmedetomidine: The Alpha-2 Enigma in Anesthesia and Beyond
Dexmedetomidine — or “Dex” — has become one of the most intriguing and versatile drugs in the anesthesia world. In this episode of Anesthesia Alchemy with…
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Insights from Future CRNAs – A Crossover Episode
In this special crossover episode of Beyond the Mask, we sit down with two hosts from the Grade 1 View, a new podcast hosted by nurse anesthesia residents for…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Grade 1 View – Ep. 13 – Study Smarter: CRNA Board Prep Advice with Dr. Joshua Olson
What if studying for boards could actually be fun and sustainable? In this episode of Grade 1 View, Kevin Chem sits down with Dr. Joshua Olson DNP, CRNA, CRNA…
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Advancing the Role of CRNAs: The Latest From AANA CEO Bill Bruce
What does leadership look like in a profession that never stands still? In this episode, we’re excited to welcome back Bill Bruce, CEO of the American…
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Meet the AANA Board of Directors Candidates for 2025-2026
It’s election season for the AANA, and that means it’s time to hear directly from the candidates. In this special edition of Beyond the Mask, we continue the…
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Grade 1 View – Ep. 12 – SRNAs Make Global Medical Service Trips
What happens when SRNAs take their training to the global stage? Today, Charity welcomes Natalie, Cailtyn, and Mamawa to discuss their recent life-changing…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
The Surge in Placenta Accreta: What Anesthesia Providers Need to Know
Placenta accreta is one of the most dangerous and rapidly growing challenges in obstetrics, and CRNAs are often on the front lines when things go wrong. This…
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Stopping the Bleed: The Power of TXA in Anesthesia
Today, we’re excited to bring back Emily Funk, DNP, CRNA to talk about tranexamic acid, or TXA—a drug making waves for its ability to control bleeding and…
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Grade 1 View – Ep. 11 – Lead AANA Lobbyists Talk CRNA Advocacy
What does it really mean to advocate for your profession, and why does it matter before you even graduate? In this episode of Grade 1 View, hosts Kevin and…
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Engaging the AANA & Building the Future with New CRNA Grads
Today, we're focusing on the next generation of CRNAs and the importance of early engagement with the American Association of Nurse…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Unlocking Perioperative Neurocognitive Disorders: From Risk to Resilience
Have you ever wondered about the potential impact of surgery and anesthesia on cognitive function? Today’s show will discuss the complexities of Perioperative…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Grade 1 View – Ep. 10 – Green Anesthesia Techniques for Earth Day
Happy Earth Day! In this special episode of Grade 1 View, Kevin and Olivia explore how anesthesia providers can make a real impact on the environment, one case…
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Gastric Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS): A Preoperative Assessment Tool
How can a quick bedside ultrasound transform patient safety in anesthesia? Today, Sharon and guest co-host Carole Doyscher, CRNA, BSN, MS, APRN explore the…
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Grade 1 View – Ep. 9 – Breaking the Silence on Substance Use Struggles
In this episode of Grade 1 View, we sat down with two incredibly brave and inspiring guests, Louisa Martin, PhD, CRNA and Rigo Garcia, MSN, MBA, CRNA, who…
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Navigating Late Career CRNA Practice & Patient Safety with Judy Thompson
As more CRNAs continue practicing well into their 60s and 70s, it raises a critical and complex question: how do we balance respect for experience with the…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Who Turned Up the Heat? Serotonin Syndrome, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, and Malignant Hyperpyrexia
Today we’re going to break down three life-threatening syndromes that every CRNA, anesthesia provider, and healthcare professional should know: Serotonin…
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Mind Over Memory: Unpacking Postoperative Cognitive Disorders with Dr. Christine Detwiler
Postoperative cognitive disorders (POCD) are often misunderstood, underdiagnosed, and underestimated, but they can dramatically affect a patient’s recovery and…
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Grade 1 View – Ep. 8 – From NP to CRNA with David Warren
All four hosts are back together to welcome an inspirational guest to the show. We’re excited to spend time with David Warren, a nurse practitioner turned CRNA…
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From Healers to Healing: The Hidden Side of Care
CRNAs take pride in the precision and care that goes into every procedure, but what happens when things don’t go as planned? In the high-stakes world of…
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An Exclusive AANA Update: Advocacy, Leadership & The Road Ahead
What’s next for CRNAs and the future of nurse anesthesia? Today we’re bringing you an exclusive update from the leadership at the American Association of Nurse…
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Grade 1 View – Ep. 7 – Putting an End to Incivility in the OR
Why is incivility still a major issue in the healthcare field, and how does it impact students, nurses, and CRNAs? In this episode of Grade 1 View, Kevin and…
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The Connection Between Cancer & Anesthesia with Adam Flowe
Does the type of anesthesia used during surgery impact cancer outcomes? Today we’re going to explore the relationship between cancer and anesthesia with Adam…
- Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure Defined
Understanding systolic vs. diastolic heart failure is crucial for anesthesia providers, as both conditions present unique challenges in the operating room. In…
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From Grassroots to Government: Navigating Advocacy at the State Level
We’re turning our focus back to healthcare advocacy with a tremendous panel from the Kentucky Fall Meeting. Sharon was joined by KyANA president-elect Jared…