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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,

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41:58

Grade 1 View – Ep. 21 – Staying Driven & Ambitious...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/09/16

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 opportunity. In this episode of Grade 1 View, Erik joins hosts Kevin and Charity to share his 17-year journey from clinical CRNA to program director, pain management fellow, MBA graduate, AANA Board of Directors, and now Chief Clinical Officer of a CRNA anesthesia management company. You’ll hear how economics and workforce shifts are creating

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46:34

Building a Community for Aspiring CRNAs Through...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/09/11

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 Anderson, CRNA has become a guiding voice for aspiring and practicing nurse anesthetists across the country. In this episode, he shares the story behind the creation of CRNA Mentor, his vision for mentorship in the CRNA community, and how social media is playing a pivotal role in fostering connections.Here’s some of what you’ll hear

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28:00

The Five Love Languages for CRNAs in Financial Planning

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2025/09/04

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 helped people understand how to connect with their partners, it can also offer valuable insight into how we approach money management. In this episode, Jeremy and Sharon explain how the five love languages can inform a more compassionate and effective approach to financial planning.Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode: 💖 Acts of

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52:49

Grade 1 View – Ep. 20 – Strategies for Resident...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/09/02

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 support. Today’s guest is a passionate advocate for students in CRNA school and someone you want to listen to if you’ve felt stressed or anxious about the process.In this episode of Grade 1 View, Olivia sits down with Dr. Jorge Valdes, clinical professor and dean at Florida International University, to talk about what it really takes for

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50:58

Thoracic Anesthesia: Airway, Esophagus, and...

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2025/08/29

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 depends on seamless teamwork.In this episode of Anesthesia Alchemy, Lynn and Garry welcome Dr. Melissa Puskac, a CRNA and thoracic anesthesia expert, to unpack the challenges and breakthroughs that define this field. From carinal resections and sleeve lobectomies to esophagectomies and mediastinal mass surgeries, Dr. Puskac explains how modern

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42:25

Catching Up with AANA CEO Bill Bruce at the Annual...

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2025/08/28

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 this special episode of Beyond the Mask, Bill Bruce, CEO of the AANA, sat down with us in Nashville to share what's happening at the national level and how it directly impacts CRNAs across the country. Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode: 📈 Record-breaking Congress – Over 4,000 attendees, the biggest AANA event

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31:59

From Burnout to Balance: Women’s Support in Healthcare

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2025/08/21

Our guests in this episode are representatives from Woman Within International, an organization dedicated to empowering women through self-discovery and healing. Katey Hurd, president of the Women Within Central USA Board and Linda Stulz, RN, M. ED, join us to explore why many women find themselves overwhelmed and disconnected from their true selves. Today you’ll learn about the organization’s programs that help women set healthy boundaries, heal from burnout, and build lasting community through

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28:21

Grade 1 View – Ep. 19 – Transitioning From an RN to...

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2025/08/19

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 talented women who are in the middle of that process right now. Larry and Kevin sat down with Jasmine Dhalla, BSN, BLS, ACLS, PALS, CCRN, TNCC and Damilola Olarenwaju, BSN, RN, CCRN, TNCC at the AANA Congress in Nashville so they could share their powerful journeys as ICU nurses taking their first steps toward nurse anesthesia school. Here’s some

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36:08

Stronger Through Vulnerability: A Path to Authentic...

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2025/08/14

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 personal growth. In our latest podcast episode, Nathan Ed-wards, CRNA and Boysen Hodgson share their experiences with this transformative organization, which is dedicated to redefining masculinity and fostering a culture of vulnerability and compassion among men.Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode: 🤝 Discover how vulnerability

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01:17:02

Beyond the OR Walls: How Office-Based Anesthesia is...

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2025/08/12

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 way patients experience surgery. In this episode, Lynn and Garry take you inside the rapidly growing world of OBA, where 10 million procedures a year are now performed outside hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers. They explore why patients and providers are embracing this setting, the evolving safety standards, and the anesthetic

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46:25

Measured vs Observed: The Monitoring Debate with...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/08/07

For years, anesthesia providers have relied on subjective assessments to evaluate neuromuscular recovery. These methods, while familiar, often fall short in ensuring patient safety. As evidence mounts regarding the risks associated with residual paralysis, the need for more precise and objective monitoring has never been clearer. That’s why we’re taking a closer look at Quantatative train-of-four (TOF) monitoring with Richie Flowers, CHSE, CRNA, DNP, FAANA and Lisandro Hernandez, DNP, CRNA to learn

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34:49

Grade 1 View – Ep. 18 – Pursuing a 1099 CRNA Career

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2025/08/05

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 work differently than previous generations and 1099 fits their lifestyle needs much better.So what do you really need to know if you are choosing between traditional W2 employment and the increasingly popular 1099 pathway? Kevin and Larry welcome on Beyond the Mask hosts Jeremy Stanley, EA, CFP®, AIF® and Sharon Pearce, DNP, CRNA, FAANA,

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32:55

When Conventional Maneuvers Fail: A Case Study on the...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/07/31

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 of that. When a routine EGD resulted in rapid hypoxia shortly after sedation after conventional methods failed, it was the McMurray Enhanced Airway that made all the difference. Sharon shares the experience in this episode and we invited Roxanne McMurray, DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA back to the show to talk about how this novel airway tool is

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31:13

What You Need to Know About a Potential AANA Bylaw...

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2025/07/24

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, Jeremy and Sharon welcome AANA vice president Tracy Young, MSNA, MBA, CRNA to discuss one of the most important proposals facing the AANA: a new bylaw amendment that would establish a clear, fair process for removing a board member before a crisis demands it. We'll walk through what the amendment proposes, the rationale behind it,

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38:23

Grade 1 View – Ep. 17 – Examining Opioid-Free Anesthesia

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2025/07/22

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 president and founder of the Society of Opioid Free Anesthesia, Tom has dedicated his career to advancing pain management techniques that prioritize patient safety and comfort.Today he’ll share how his own clinical curiosity led him to abandon intraoperative opioids altogether, and what happened next. From reducing postoperative nausea to

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35:36

Global Anesthesia Outreach In Low-Income Regions

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2025/07/17

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, we’re joined by nurse anesthesia doctoral student Chris Wheelock to discuss the impact of global outreach and how an initiative he was involved in is shaping the future of global health care. Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode: 🌍 Only 1 anesthesia provider per 100,000 people in parts of Africa 📚 The cost to

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51:49

The R vs. S Enigma: Ketamine Enantiomers and Their...

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2025/07/15

We dive into the latest research on ketamine's therapeutic potential, including its role in treating ischemic stroke, postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD), and PTSD. You'll hear how scientists are studying its effects on brain regions like the hippocampus and amygdala, as well as its impact on neuroinflammation, fear memory, and neurogenesis.We'll also explore ketamine’s use in anesthesia, its interactions with drugs like oral morphine, and how it's monitored using tools like EEG. From

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32:15

Programs to Care for Pregnancy Loss in the OR with...

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2025/07/10

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 vulnerable moments. In this episode, Sharon and Jeremy sit down with Casi Short, a CRNA who developed a compassionate care program for women experiencing pregnancy loss.Hear how her own fertility struggles and second-trimester losses inspired her to create a supportive program at her hospital for women facing similar grief. This is a story

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46:42

Grade 1 View – Ep. 16 – Grade 1 View – Ep. 16 – RRNA...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/07/08

What does wellness really look like for nurse anesthesia residents? Today, Kevin and Charity chat with second-year nurse anesthesia resident Cassie Keefe, co-chair of the AANA Resident Wellness Committee, to answer real questions submitted by residents across the country. From burnout and self-doubt to meal prep and mental health, Cassie, Kevin, and Charity share their strategies for academic and clinical success. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🧠 Coping with burnout, imposter

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47:35

Innovating for Life: The Medical Device Journey...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/07/03

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 granddaughter and the daughter of today's guest co-host Michelle, was born prematurely and spent her short life in the NICU. She passed away just three days after she was born. Today's episode is released on Emma's birthday and we're honored to share it in her memory.Our guest today is a mother and

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