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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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56:51

Grade 1 View – Ep. 9 – Breaking the Silence on...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/04/15

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 opened up about their personal battles with substance use disorder. They didn’t hold anything back. From near rock bottom to recovery, from fear and shame to leadership and advocacy, their stories are raw, real, and deeply relevant to our lives as students and future CRNAs.Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🧠 Why high achievers and

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33:57

Navigating Late Career CRNA Practice & Patient Safety...

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2025/04/10

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 need to protect patient safety? As healthcare evolves, so does the understanding of how aging affects performance in high stakes environments like the operating room. Today we’re going to have an open and honest conversation with longtime educator and CRNA Judy Thompson about cognitive health testing protocols and the

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01:03:26

Who Turned Up the Heat? Serotonin Syndrome,...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/04/08

Today we’re going to break down three life-threatening syndromes that every CRNA, anesthesia provider, and healthcare professional should know: Serotonin Syndrome, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), and Malignant Hyperthermia (MH).Though these conditions are rare, their symptoms often overlap—making quick, accurate diagnosis and intervention critical. Garry and Terry take a deep dive into the causes, symptoms, physiology, and treatment protocols for each condition, while also sprinkling in their

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36:18

Mind Over Memory: Unpacking Postoperative Cognitive...

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2025/04/03

Postoperative cognitive disorders (POCD) are often misunderstood, underdiagnosed, and underestimated, but they can dramatically affect a patient’s recovery and long-term quality of life. We’ve invited Dr. Christine Detwiler to join us so we can better understand the science behind POCD, the risk factors, and the strategies anesthesia providers are using to protect brain health.Along with guest co-host Dana Pederson, CRNA, we dive into this topic with Christine while it’s still very fresh on her

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41:36

Grade 1 View – Ep. 8 – From NP to CRNA with David Warren

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2025/04/01

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 and well-known content creator in the nurse anesthesia community. David opens up about his unconventional journey—going from emergency medicine to nurse anesthesia—and the lessons he’s learned along the way.Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 📚 David’s unique journey from NP to CRNA ❄️ Life lessons from working locums in

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45:46

From Healers to Healing: The Hidden Side of Care

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2025/03/27

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 healthcare, when something goes wrong, the patient isn’t the only one affected. Today we’re going to shine a light on Second Victim Syndrome—the emotional trauma healthcare professionals experience following adverse patient events. Joined by Maria van Pelt, PhD, CRNA, CNE, CPPS, FAAN, FAANA and Luci New, DNP, CRNA, FAANA we’ll share personal stories

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36:54

An Exclusive AANA Update: Advocacy, Leadership & The...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/03/20

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 Anesthesiology about the strategic vision for the future of the profession. AANA President Jan Setnor, MSN, CRNA, Col. (Ret), USAFR, NC and President-Elect Jeff Molter, MBA, MSN, CRNA join us to share key updates, insights, and advocacy efforts shaping nurse anesthesia.Here are some of the key topics we discuss: 🏛️ CRNA Advocacy Efforts –

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42:11

Grade 1 View – Ep. 7 – Putting an End to Incivility...

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2025/03/18

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 Larry had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Louisa Martin, a distinguished nurse anesthetist and educator about the widespread issue of workplace incivility in nurse anesthesia training and beyond.Dr. Martin was selected to present at the AANA Annual Congress this year for the Jan Stewart Memorial Wellness Lecture about this topic, so we’re

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31:05

The Connection Between Cancer & Anesthesia with Adam...

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2025/03/13

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 Flowe, Chief CRNA at Duke University Hospital. This topic goes beyond the operating room to cover patient outcomes, recovery and even reoccurrence. Join us to learn more about the growing field of Onco-Anesthesia and its critical role in cancer treatment and patient survival. Here are some of the key topics we discuss: 🫀 Onco-Anesthesia

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45:37

Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure Defined

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/03/11

Understanding systolic vs. diastolic heart failure is crucial for anesthesia providers, as both conditions present unique challenges in the operating room. In this episode, Terry and Gary break down the key differences between these two types of heart failure, their underlying mechanisms, and the best strategies for anesthesia management. They discuss the risk factors, symptoms, and pathophysiology of each condition, as well as how preoperative evaluation can help identify high-risk patients. The

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44:11

From Grassroots to Government: Navigating Advocacy at...

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2025/03/06

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 Crocker, DNP, APRN, CRNA, past president Debbie Barber, DNP, CRNA, and Libby Milligan, Principal with McCarthy Strategic Solutions to discuss why advocacy matters, how to build relationships with legislators, and the vital role CRNAs play in shaping healthcare policy.Key Topics Covered: 🔹 The importance of CRNA advocacy in shaping healthcare

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40:30

Grade 1 View – Ep. 6 – Adapting to New Technologies...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/03/04

In this episode of Grade 1 View, host Olivia Conn shares her experiences and insights gained from attending AANA’s Assembly of Didactic and Clinical Educators (ADCE) conference and provides her perspective on the importance of student participation. The ADCE might not seem like an event aimed at students, but understanding the educators' perspectives and engaging in discussions can enhance the learning experience for future CRNAs.Tune in for a robust discussion with Charity and Kevin about topics

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36:40

Courage to Lead: Former AANA President Hilda Salomon

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2025/02/27

We’re back with another Courage to Lead special and we’re honoring the legacy of Hilda Salomon, a pioneering figure in nurse anesthesia and the third president of the AANA. Join us as we look back on her remarkable journey from her early life in Lynn, Massachusetts, to her influential role in shaping the nurse anesthesia specialty.With special guests and past AANA presidents Sandy and Dick Ouellette, we explore Hilda's contributions, challenges, and the profound impact she had on the

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01:11:40

The Future of Acute Pain Management – Suzetrigine: A...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/02/25

The world of anesthesia is evolving, and pain management is at the forefront of this transformation. In this episode, we dive into the revolutionary non-opioid analgesic, Suzetrigine, a selective NaV1.8 inhibitor making waves in perioperative and acute pain management. With increasing pressure to reduce opioid dependence while maintaining effective pain control, anesthesia providers must stay ahead of cutting-edge developments. Join us as we break down the pharmacology, safety profile, clinical

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42:55

Navigating Healthcare Policy: A New Approach to...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/02/20

We're diving into the world of policy, legislation and regulation with Nick Blanck, MSN, CRNA, APN-Anesthesia, who is the Executive Director of Legislative Affairs in New Jersey.Along with guest host Tracy Castleman, DNP, CRNA, APN-A, FAANA, we’re going to learn more about Nick’s pivotal role in ensuring consistency and clarity in the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare policy in this state. His unique approach is shaping the CRNA industry in New Jersey and we want to find

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37:56

Grade 1 View - Ep. 5 – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion...

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2025/02/18

Today we’re going to talk about something that’s very important and needs attention in the nurse anesthesia space, and that’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Hosts Larry and Kevin are joined by Donté Flanagan, DNP, CRNA, FAANA during Black History Month to have a conversation pressing need for diversity in healthcare and the importance of creating an inclusive environment for all CRNAs.Whether it's mentoring, faculty development programs, or wellness support groups for the

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40:29

Where Are We Headed With Healthcare And Providers?

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2025/02/13

What does a second Trump term mean for the future of healthcare? In this episode, we sit down with Scott Becker, founder and publisher of Becker’s Healthcare, to break down the potential changes, challenges, and opportunities in the evolving healthcare landscape. With major shifts ahead, understanding how policies may shape healthcare access, quality, and costs is more important than ever.Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: What significant policy shifts does Scott anticipate during

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47:14

Ciprofol Chronicles: The New Star in Procedural Sedation

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2025/02/11

This week, we’re shining a spotlight on Ciprofol, a cutting-edge intravenous anesthetic that has been making headlines in both clinical research and operating rooms worldwide. With its innovative formulation and promising safety profile, Ciprofol is poised to transform the landscape of anesthetic practice.Join us as we explore how this new drug compares to established agents like propofol and what it could mean for the future of procedural sedation and anesthesia. Here’s some of what we discuss in

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19:23

Seamless Transitions: Improving Intraoperative...

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2025/02/06

With lives on the line, the smallest misstep in communication can have critical consequences. Patient data gets transferred at the handoff from the preoperative area to the operating room to the postoperative area, but most anesthesia practices have been slow to adopt a standardized approach to sharing this information.Today’s guest, Pete Montrie, CRNA, DNP, created the AMPLE approach for his DNP project, and he’ll explain how this streamlined process can improve communication and

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Grade 1 View - Ep. 4 - Navigating Relationships in...

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2025/02/04

Relationships are hard enough on their own so how do you find the time and energy to maintain one while also trying to go to CRNA school? Whether you’re just starting a relationship or married, it’s difficult to find balance between academic responsibilities and personal life.Zach and Kate Bekken are living that experience right now as she navigates her third year as an SRNA at Samford University in Birmingham, AL. They join Olivia and Larry to share their personal experiences and insights on

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