She waited 20 years to launch her dream practice… and now she's making house calls to over 100 patients.
In this episode of The UNSUNG Podcast, Diane Pagan, MSN, ANP-BC, ACHPN, CCM, shares how she went from shelving her dream to becoming a powerhouse in geriatric home care. She opens up about the challenges of launching her solo practice, how she almost gave up (twice), and what finally pushed her to go all in.
From credentialing disasters to car-office setups and a vision for a nonprofit, Diane's story is raw, real, and seriously inspiring - especially for NPs thinking about going solo. 👂 If you've ever said "maybe someday," this is the episode you need to hear.
Visit Diane's website: https://seniormomentscare.com/
GUEST BIO: Diane Pagan, MSN, ANP-BC, ACHPN, CCM Diane Pagan is a seasoned nurse practitioner and founder of Senior Moments Care, a house-call-based geriatric practice serving over 100 patients across Westchester County, NY. With more than 27 years of experience in home care and a background in complex care management, Diane combines clinical expertise with a deep commitment to culturally competent, patient-centered care. She is also a hospice-certified NP and an active mentor to other clinicians looking to break into house calls.
HOST BIO: Efrat LaMandre, NP, PhD The UNSUNG Podcast is hosted by Dr. Efrat LaMandre—NP, PhD, medical disruptor, and Head of Partnerships at Duet. Efrat helps people find the root cause of their symptoms, optimize their health, and reclaim their energy through a systems-based approach. She's also the author of It's Not In Your Head and the founder of EG Healthcare, HawkScribes, and EG PREP.
Through The UNSUNG Podcast, Efrat shines a light on nurse practitioners who are rewriting the rules of healthcare by owning and leading their own practices. Each episode offers honest, inspiring conversations that reveal the heart, grit, and innovation behind NP-led care.
ABOUT THE UNSUNG PODCAST The UNSUNG Podcast celebrates the inspiring stories of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) who are transforming healthcare by owning and leading their own practices. Powered by Duet, this show highlights the unfiltered truths, powerful missions, and lasting impact of NPs who are shaping the future—right now.