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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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42:25

Grade 1 View – Ep. 25 – The Backbone of Rural Anesthesia

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/11/11

This week we’re shining a light on the critical role that CRNAs play in rural healthcare, especially in honor of National Rural Health Month (November). Hosts Kevin and Olivia are joined by two dedicated CRNAs, Pete Hext and Hayden Hayes, who share their personal experiences and the unique challenges they face while providing anesthesia care in rural Texas.Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🌾 CRNAs provide over 80% of anesthesia care in rural America, often as the only provider for

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55:07

Fighting for a Cure: A CRNA’s Mission Against Type 1...

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2025/11/06

What happens when a CRNA’s professional expertise meets a parent’s fight for their child’s life?In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Sharon and her daughter Danielle—who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age five—sit down with Devin Holt, CRNA, advocate, and father to a young daughter living with type 1 diabetes. Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode: 💉 A Parent’s Fight: Devin shares his daughter’s rare and early diagnosis story. 🧠 Hope Through Science: New research and emerging

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36:31

Airway Exchange – Ep 4 – Building a Sustainable Nurse...

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2025/11/04

In this episode of Airway Exchange, we explore the state of the nurse anesthesia educator workforce with a special focus on faculty stabilization. We’re spending time with Terrica Durbin, DNP, PhD, CRNA, FAANA, who is the Director of the School of Nursing at Western Carolina University and a Fellow in the AANA. A passionate advocate for rural health and the workforce in nurse anesthesia education, Terrica discusses the challenges and rewards of working in academic roles. She’ll also share

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32:49

Who Really Leads in Anesthesia Care?

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2025/10/30

What happens when a CRNA challenges one of the most controversial questions in anesthesia: Who really leads anesthesia care? That’s the title of the new book by Yana Krmic, MSN, CRNA, APRN, who returns to the show to discuss a topic that cuts to the heart of one of the most important and often misunderstood questions in our profession. Today, she walks us through her journey as an immigrant, the research behind the book, and the dynamics shaping the narrative around anesthesia. Here’s some of what

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48:17

Grade 1 View – Ep. 24 – CRNA School Recap: The Real...

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2025/10/28

What does it really take to make it through CRNA school, and what happens after the boards are over? Today, Kevin reconnects with former classmates Madison Martin and Nicole Strickland to reflect on their long journeys to becoming CRNAs. Every path to an anesthesia career is unique, and the joy is often found in the process of growth and learning. This episode will give you a candid, first-hand look at the challenges and opportunities that await you. Here’s some of what we discuss in this

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34:31

Scammers Are Smarter Than Ever: How CRNAs and their...

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2025/10/23

Scammers have evolved far beyond poorly written emails and suspicious phone calls. Today’s scammers are sophisticated, patient, and increasingly equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) tools that mimic real voices, copy official websites, and create personalized messages that look and sound legitimate. Jeremy has seen this happen all too often and will use this episode as an opportunity to help CRNAs identify red flags and apply real-world strategies to protect their future. ⚠️ Scammers evolve

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44:35

Airway Exchange – Ep 3 – Inside The CRNA School...

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2025/10/21

The admissions process for nurse anesthesia programs has changed dramatically, from paper applications to video interviews to the challenges of artificial intelligence. But what hasn’t changed is the enormous responsibility faculty feel as the gatekeepers of the profession.In this episode of Airway Exchange, hosts Nickie Damico, Erin Martin, and Louisa Martin discuss how admissions committees are adapting to a new era of technology, applicant preparation programs, and shifting student expectations

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32:58

Leading with Heart: A Conversation with AANA...

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2025/10/16

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 his journey to this prestigious position and what keeps him grounded during all the travel and meetings. Plus, we’ll get updates on the biggest issues affecting the CRNA profession and hear what goals this new Board of Directors will have for the upcoming year.Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode: 🩺 Advocacy in action – The AANA

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43:00

Grade 1 View – Ep. 23 – 3 Golden Rules for Finding...

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2025/10/14

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, Kevin and Olivia sit down with Jay Cobden, a 2023 graduate of Rhode Island College and trauma CRNA at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, to hear about what he learned from navigating the process. After attending the AANA Annual Congress, Jay realized he had many of the same questions as other SRNAs about what to do next

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68:20

Courage to Lead: Larry Hornsby’s Battle for CRNA...

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2025/10/09

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 his presidency during a pivotal and tumultuous era for the AANA at the turn of the century. Facing national policy shifts, physician supervision debates, and an all-out fight with the ASA, Larry shares the behind-the-scenes stories of late-night strategy sessions, fax campaigns to Congress, and standing on the rope line with President

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51:47

Airway Exchange – Ep 2 – AI in CRNA Education

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2025/10/07

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 nurse anesthesia education. From tools like ChatGPT and Grammarly to advanced simulation and custom-built chatbots, we’ll discuss how educators are using AI to improve lectures, assessment design, and even accreditation work. Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode: 🤖 AI is already here – Tools like ChatGPT and Grammarly are reshaping how

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32:17

From the OR to the C-Suite – And Back Again

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2025/10/02

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, he thought he was done with clinical practice for good. But, as he explains on today’s show, that assumption was very wrong. Join us to hear about this unique journey, from practicing CRNA to AANA CEO to Chief Anesthetist Officer at NorthStar Anesthesia CEO and then back to patient care after many years away.Here’s some of what you’ll hear in

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54:26

Grade 1 View – Ep. 22 – The Fundamentals of...

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs ·

2025/09/30

Today we’re diving into one of the most fundamental tools you’ll encounter in clinical practice: the ventilator. Mechanical ventilation can seem intimidating at first, but understanding how it works is essential for keeping your patients safe and for making adjustments in real time. We’ve invited Richard Wilson, DNAP, CRNA, FAANA of Ursuline College to the show to help us understand the fundamentals of mechanical ventilation. He shares insights on how ventilation and oxygenation are key goals in

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32:33

A CRNA’s Journey From Addiction to Recovery

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2025/09/25

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 substance use disorder with Luci New, DNP, CRNA, FAANA and Rob Hartman, a CRNA who shares his journey through addiction and recovery. Now nine years sober, Rob reflects on treatment, rebuilding trust with his family, and his return to practice. He also offers a message of hope for CRNAs and SRNAs who may be struggling: you don’t have to fight this

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27:17

Airway Exchange – Ep 1 – Three Millers and a Mac

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2025/09/23

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 introduce themselves and share the vision for the podcast: to empower educators, inspire students, and build community across the nurse anesthesia profession.Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode: 🎙️ New series launch – A podcast created by and for CRNA educators. 👩‍🏫 Meet the hosts – Four faculty members from programs across the

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44:14

From Stigma to Support: 10 Years of Parkdale and CRNA...

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2025/09/18

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 organizations like the Parkdale Center for Professionals.This episode is a powerful one centered on healing, growth, and the critical role of peer support. We’re excited to welcome Linda Stone, DNP, CRNA, peer advisor Jack Stem, and Bridget Petrillo, MS, APRN, CRNA to reflect on 10 years of progress since the founding of the Parkdale Center. They

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41:58

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

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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...

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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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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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