NP Pulse: The Voice of the Nurse Practitioner (AANP)

On today’s episode, AANP President Dr. Stephen Ferrara invites a past AANP president, Dr. Sophia Thomas, to announce — and celebrate — her return as the host of NP Pulse. Longtime friends and colleagues, Ferrara and Thomas share stories about their journey as NP leaders and what the future may hold for AANP and nurse practitioners (NPs). Listen to learn more about Thomas and podcast topics that are on the horizon.

Another great way to stay connected with the NP community is by attending the 2023 AANP Fall Conference in Austin, Texas, Sept. 7-10. This  event offers in-person and on-demand packages and the opportunity to earn the AANP Introduction to Leadership Certificate— a prerequisite for the AANP Executive Leadership Program.

Diabetes affects more than 37 million Americans, which is about 11% of the population. Approximately 90-95% of people with diabetes have Type 2 diabetes (T2D), and people living with T2D are increasingly cared for by nurse practitioners (NPs). On today’s podcast we are joined by NPs Drs. Shannon Idzik and Kathryn Evans-Kreider to discuss case studies of commonly encountered issues in the management of T2D. Listen in and think about how you would approach the development of the management plans for these patients described in the case studies.

This AANP-accredited podcast, "Type 2 Diabetes: Case Studies in Individualized Care," is part of a six-part series in the “Clinical Advantage Bootcamp: Type 2 Diabetes Management Certificate for Nurse Practitioners,” which was funded by independent medical educational grants from Mylan Inc., a Viatris Company, and Novo Nordisk Inc.

To earn 1.25 contact hours of continuing education (CE) credit for this episode, you will need the participation code provided at the end of the podcast. To claim your CE credit, log in and register for the activity within the AANP CE Center, then enter the participation code and complete the post-test and evaluation. CE credit is available for this podcast through December 2024.

In this episode, Drs. Leslie Davis and Margaret "Midge" Bowers discuss how to diagnose and treat resistant hypertension. To earn 1.0 contact hours of continuing education (CE) credit, you will need the participation code provided at the end of the podcast.

This activity has expired and CE credit can no longer be claimed.

This podcast was made possible by an independent medical education grant from Medtronic.

Listen as AANP Vice President of Accreditation, Conferences and Education Dr. Theresa Campo speaks with two AANP members who are recent NP graduates regarding their experiences as nurse practitioner (NP) students. AANP is committed to supporting NP students along their journey from program selection through clinical practice. Campo shares some exciting new resources — available exclusively to AANP NP Student Members — to help them achieve their academic and professional goals. The new AANP Student Education and Training (AANP SET) platform provides a variety of free activities related to diversity, equity and inclusion, clinical practice and professional development. Members will also benefit from the informative , which contains a wealth of information on everything from interviewing to reimbursement.

AANP membership is for all NPs and NP students!  Join today and gain access to all the benefits of membership, including valuable discounts on conference registration, 12 free continuing education activities annually with the Course of the Month program and free access for AANP NP Student Members to AANP SET.

On today’s episode, AANP President-Elect Dr. Stephen Ferrara introduces himself and shares his vision for AANP and for NPs across the country. Ferrara is an actively practicing NP and serves as the associate dean of clinical affairs and an assistant professor at Columbia University. Ferrara has been a strong advocate for NPs and patients in the state of New York and beyond.

Those attending the 2023 AANP National Conference in New Orleans are encouraged to attend the General Session on Saturday, June 24. During this session, attendees will participate in the annual membership meeting, and incoming and outgoing AANP elected leaders, including Ferrara, will be recognized.

Now is the time for NPs to get involved! Join or renew your membership in AANP today. Members get more, including free continuing education (CE) activities with the Course of the Month, complimentary access to peer-reviewed articles and a quick and easy way to transfer your CE credit for certification or recertification — at no additional cost to you! Members enjoy significant savings off conference registration, including the 2023 AANP National Conference — On-Demand June 28-Aug. 3 and the 2023 AANP Fall Conference in Austin, Texas, Sept. 7-10, where you can earn an AANP Introductory Certificate in Leadership or select sessions from five exciting topical areas.

In this episode, April Johnson and Dr. Susan Quisenberry discuss how to recognize and diagnose ankylosing spondylitis through several case studies. They will also cover the importance of early referrals and treatment initiation. To earn 1.0 contact hours of continuing education (CE) credit, you will need the participation code provided at the end of the podcast. To claim your CE credit, log in and register for the activity within the AANP CE Center, then enter the participation code and complete the post-test and evaluation.

You can obtain continuing education credit for this podcast until May, 2024

This podcast was made possible by an independent medical education grant from Novartis.

Nurse practitioners (NPs) are key to increasing health equity for patients. In this podcast episode, AANP Fellow Dr. William Rosa — a palliative care expert and behavioral scientist — discusses inequitable access to pain management and palliative care, highlighting ways NPs can make a positive difference. Rosa was honored with the prestigious 2022 AANP Fellows Loretta C. Ford Award and the 2023 AANP Towers Pinnacle Award for his significant contributions to advancing the NP role nationally and internationally. Listen as Rosa shares his wealth of knowledge and powerful stories, providing pearls you can use today in your practice and with your patients.

If you’d like to learn more about pain management, palliative care and advocacy, register to attend the 2023 AANP National Conference in New Orleans on June 20-25. This event offers the perfect opportunity to build your NP network while exchanging ideas and knowledge with others — plus, you’ll gain access to more than 80 on-demand sessions June 28-Aug. 3. Don’t miss a keynote by former NASA astronaut Joan Higginbotham, who will inspire you to break through barriers and take your practice to new heights. Members get more, including a savings of at least $200 off nonmember registration rates for the in-person conference!

Additional resources are available at aanp.org, including patient education tools, and continuing education activities that will support your practice. Visit the AANP News Feed frequently for the latest NP news and articles.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder that affects the large intestine. IBS affects approximately 1 in 20 people in the U.S. The impact of IBS on an individual's quality of life can be significant, as it can cause chronic pain, discomfort and disruption to daily activities.

Hear nurse practitioners Kim Kearns and Christina Hanson share their experiences and offer insights on the updated American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) guidelines.

AANP offers a variety of resources:

• Continuing education activities in the AANP CE Center.
  

This podcast was made possible by an educational grant from AbbVie.

Hear from Dr. Charles Buscemi, a family nurse practitioner, clinical professor and wound care expert, on the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion within health care. Nurse practitioners (NPs) are ideally positioned to ensure all patients have access to high-quality health care and to be advocates for those who lack adequate representation. This podcast episode offers steps you can take to be even more effective.

Get involved! Members of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) can partner with other NPs by joining the AANP Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Community. Articles and resources on the AANP website and continuing education activities in the AANP CE Center can help you more effectively address social determinants of health and improve health equity in your community.

Be sure to register today for the 2023 AANP National Conference in New Orleans on June 20-25, which offers the perfect opportunity to diversify your NP network while exchanging ideas and knowledge with others. Don’t miss the keynote by former NASA astronaut Joan Higginbotham, who will inspire attendees to break through barriers and take their practices to new heights. Members get more, including a savings of at least $200 off nonmember registration rates for the in-person conference!

More than 14.5 million people 12 years of age or older in the United States meet the clinical criteria for alcohol use disorder (AUD), and more than 1 in 4 adults over 18 years of age reported at least one episode of binge drinking within the previous 90 days. In this episode, nurse practitioners Dr. Laura Leahy and Colleen Barry share their experience and offer insights on AUD.

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This activity is supported by educational funding provided by Alkermes.