yayayay! Season 5 of Awakened Anesthetist podcast launches September 12th with exciting new features including YouTube videos and a dedicated website. The upcoming season showcases extraordinary CAAs breaking boundaries as professional athletes, entrepreneurs, educators, and content creators, along with CAA-centered wellness episodes for a nervous system reset without all the fluff.

In the meantime check out my new website awakenedanesthetist.com. You will find a link to all 70+ back episodes and a list of my Trusted CAA Partners. 

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During this mid summer break check-in I announce the launch of CAA Matters, the first comprehensive professional development and wellness curriculum designed specifically for the Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant profession. After years of development, I'm piloting the program with 4 NSU AA programs and expanding offerings to both AA programs and Pre-Anesthesiologist Assistant students.

In this episode:

• Discovering almost no research or resources existed for CAA wellness
• Teaching a pilot program to four NSU AA programs starting in July
• Received over 100 applications for just three Pre-AA paid internship positions
• Enrolling now for a special version of CAA Matters specifically for the Pre-AA community

If you're an AA educator or program leader interested in bringing CAA Matters to your AA students, or if you're a Pre-AA student wanting to join the program, check the show notes for sign-up links or email [email protected] for more information.

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Nicole Moore, Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant and 2025 AAAA* President, shares her journey from discovering the CAA profession through a Google search to becoming a pivotal leader in CAA advocacy and education.

*American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants

In this LIVE Season 4 Finale recorded @ AAAA 2025 you will hear how Nicole:

• Balances full-time clinical practice with AAAA presidency through an intentionally designed schedule
• Discovered the CAA profession while questioning whether medical school aligned with her life goals
• Led successful legislative efforts in Virginia resulting in CAA licensure after 8 years of advocacy
• Emphasizes building relationships with physician anesthesiologists as key to legislative success
• Shares a powerful story about a patient who experienced cardiac arrest during a C-section
• Maintains balance through family support, planned downtime, and periodic digital disconnection
• Views leadership as something that found her rather than a deliberate career plan

If you're navigating leadership as a CAA, want to continue growing professionally, or need a reminder about why you chose this profession, this conversation will ground you in what matters most.

Support Aaliyah Walker and her advocacy for PE Awareness and Black Maternal Health—work inspired after her OB emergency and the care she received from CAA and 2025 AAAA President, Nicole Moore. HERE and on TikTok @authentically.aaliyah

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Are you a CAA looking for a new job? Discover how Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) can revolutionize their careers with the growing number of locums opportunities. I sit down again with Sabrina Strange from LocumTenens.com to break down the exact process to land your dream job.

In this episode we discuss:

• common fears surrounding locums work
• the paperwork involved: state CAA licenses and hospital credentialing 
• the money, including pay rates and travel arrangements
• how to make your first day go smoothly

LocumTenens.com has recently updated their platform to make it more accessible than ever for CAAs eager to explore the locums market. For anyone considering a dynamic career path with unmatched flexibility, this episode is packed with valuable insights and encouragement to explore the burgeoning CAA locums market.

Listen to my first interview with LocumTenens.com ep. 63

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Step into the world of Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants with Yulanda Greene as she shares her remarkable PROCESS to become a prominent CAA educator and leader. As the 2025 president of the Georgia Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants, Yulanda passionately advocates for the profession while offering insight into the challenges and rewards of her career path. In this PROCESS interview, Yulanda shares the little nudges and whispers life gave her to keep advancing her career while remaining closely connected to patient care and education. If you're curious about your own next steps as a CAA or are considering venturing into the profession, Yulanda’s PROCESS is sure to expand your idea of what's possible.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Email Yulanda @ [email protected] 
• Yulanda IG
• Learn More NSU's Doctorate of Health Sciences with a Concentration in Education in Healthcare Professionals
• Join GAAA and on IG

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Curious about what it truly means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)? You're in the right place! From nearly two decades of experience, I share a clear and comprehensive breakdown of the CAA profession. Think of me as your older sister or best friend, guiding you step-by-step through the essentials—from what CAAs actually do to how much money we make, no topic is off limits. Whether you're an aspiring AA student or simply exploring a career in medicine, this guide equips you with the insights you need to understand the CAA profession.

In Part 4 I am answering the question, "How Much Money Do CAAs Really Make?" Understanding the financial aspects of being a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant is essential for those in the field or considering entering it. 

In this episode I discuss:

• Current salary averages ranging from $190,000 to $300,000 
• The historical evolution of CAA salaries since the 1970s 
• The average student loan debt for CAAs 
• Why salaries vary based on location and institution 
• Insights from CAA job market expert and founder of BagMask.com Patrick Flaherty, CAA
• Mega Sign-on bonuses and how to navigate 

Resources Mentioned:

• BagMask.com Sign-on Bonus article 1 & 2
• BagMask.com Highest Paying CAA Jobs (April, 28 2023)
• AnesthesiaOneSource.com Comparing AA School costs
• @CAALifestyle YouTube finance playlist
• @anesthesia_anonymous IG Financial Transparency
• AspiringCAA.com Historical Salary Trends (July 2024)

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Reflecting on recent experiences, I share how taking an intentional break has rejuvenated my commitment to living life by my design. From unexpected snow days to exciting new projects like CAA Matters, this episode emphasizes the importance of balance and self-care in both personal and professional realms.  

In this episode I talk about:
• Personal update on podcast winter break and family time 
• The impact of taking intentional time off 
• Navigating disruptions and embracing flexibility 
• Introduction of the CAA Matters wellness curriculum 
• Exploring my transition from podcasting to teaching 
• Anticipation for my upcoming AAAA 2025 conference presentation

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Get to know Chabely Rodriguez, a trailblazing Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant and social media influencer. As a first-generation Mexican-American woman, Chabely's story is one of resilience and triumph over adversity. Her story highlights not just the allure of financial stability, but also the profound impact of connecting with underrepresented groups who aspire to follow in her footsteps. From maintaining a healthy work-life balance to setting realistic expectations in content creation, Chabely continues to inspire our CAA community with her authentic sharing.

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Resources Mentioned:

• Chabely's CNBC Millenial Money video
• Chabely's CNBC Millenial Money article
• Chabely's YouTube CAALifestyle
• CAALifestyle IG
• Chabely's 1st episode: 28-year-old Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant makes over $210K ft. Chabely Rodrigez
• AnesthesiaSal Youtube

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Curious about what it truly means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)? You're in the right place! From nearly two decades of experience, I share a clear and comprehensive breakdown of the CAA profession. Think of me as your older sister or best friend, guiding you step-by-step through the essentials—from what CAAs actually do to how much money we make, no topic is off limits. Whether you're an aspiring AA student or simply exploring a career in medicine, this guide equips you with the insights you need to understand the CAA profession.

In Part 3 I break down some universally misunderstood concepts pertaining to CAA practice regulations such as licensure vs. delegatory authority, medical direction vs. medical supervision, and why CAA state licensure does not automatically guarantee state practice. This is a critical episode no matter where you are in your CAA journey, and one that helped me answer some long considered questions. 

Resources Mentioned:

• S3 E46  Transatlantic Tales of a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant ft. Mark Leonard, CAA
• S3 E36 [PROCESS] Lindsey Diaz, CAA on fear, anger and her right to practice in New Mexico
• S3 E35 [PROCESS] The Stars Align in Nevada ft. CAAs Stephanie Zunini, Jada Wabanimkee and Joey Parrish
• S4 E56 [PROCESS] Breaking Barriers in The Evergreen State ft. Sarah Brown, CAA
• States Can CAA's Work @anesthesiasal
• ASA statement on medical direction vs. supervision
• ASA statement on anesthesia care team
• AAAA statement on licensure vs. delegatory authority
• Michigan's delegatory authority statute

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Originally aired December 2022.
I hope this fun 5ish episode leaves you feeling nourished, encouraged and connected to yourself and our community this holiday/4th quarter season. You (still) deserve to feel good behind the drape.

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