How do you turn a mission to reduce rehospitalizations into a multi-location, 22-NP group? Logan Andrews, APRN, FNP-BC, shares how a QAPI deep-dive sparked a house-call practice that now spans clinics, SNFs/ALFs, and mental health sites across North Florida. We cover leaving a bad contract, earning autonomous practice, scaling with a 1099/commission model, building case-manager pods, and why "power in numbers" matters for payer contracting and policy. Logan also talks patient impact, leadership routines, advocacy with the Florida Association of Nurse Practitioners, and plans to expand into Nebraska and Colorado.

In this episode of The UNSUNG Podcast, Dr. Efrat Lamandre sits down with Julie Foster, FNP. From a nudge to "do it on your own" to leading a multi-provider integrative clinic, Julie shows how clarity of mission, mentorship, and steady systems can carry you through hard days and toward sustainable growth.

In this episode of The UNSUNG Podcast, Dr. Efrat Lamandre sits down with Frank Rosenberg, FNP-C, founder of Tempe Primary Care in Arizona, and proof that sometimes diving in before you feel "ready" is exactly what it takes.

From thrifting exam tables to delegating with trust, balancing clinical care with business ownership, and navigating the steep learning curve of billing and coding, Frank's story is a candid look at the risks, resilience, and rewards of starting from scratch.

In this episode of The UNSUNG Podcast, Dr. Efrat Lamandre sits down with KC Arnold, FNP – founder of The Diabetes Center in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, and proof that sometimes crisis sparks the greatest breakthroughs.

After more than a decade in the Air Force and years of nursing experience, KC thought she had her career mapped out. But when Hurricane Katrina shut down her clinic and left her future uncertain, she made a bold choice: to open her own practice in just three weeks.

From starting with a single patient to building a thriving specialty clinic and even her own medical building, KC's journey is one of passion, persistence, and purpose-driven leadership in diabetes care.

Tune in to hear how she turned devastation into determination – and why she believes nurse practitioners are uniquely equipped to change lives and communities.

In this episode of The UNSUNG Podcast, Dr. Efrat Lamandre sits down with Mary Pasternacki, FNP, BC - founder of The Women's Place in Pennsylvania and living proof that sometimes, when the ground falls out from under you, it's actually the push you needed.

With nearly two decades of nursing experience and no formal business training, Mary found herself at a crossroads - and chose to bet on herself.

From building a deeply trusted women's health practice to redefining what leadership looks like in healthcare, Mary's journey is one of resilience, intuition, and unexpected transformation.

Tune in to hear how she carved her own path - and why she believes every NP has the power to do the same.

In this episode of The UNSUNG Podcast, Dr. Efrat Lamandre sits down with Shannon Kriehn, FNP-C – founder of Better Way Primary Care in Massachusetts, where she’s built a 4,000-patient practice from scratch in just three years.

From working in jails and ERs to launching her clinic the day independent practice laws changed, Shannon’s story is one of grit, zero funding, and relentless heart. She shares how she went from no plan, no partner, and 16 cents in her account - to building a booming, word-of-mouth practice that lets patients lead their own care.

Tune in to hear how Shannon did it her way, why she’s betting big on mentorship, and the unexpected lessons (and martial arts moves) that have shaped her path.

In this episode of The UNSUNG Podcast, Dr. Efrat Lamandre sits down with John Mandeville, FNP-B founder of Granite State Family Health in New Hampshire and proof that purpose can come from the most unexpected places.

After walking away from a corporate health system with no plan and no backup, a tick bite (yes, really) kicked off a journey that led to his own thriving clinic—now serving over 700 patients in just six months.

From treating working-class men who "never go to the doctor" to building a business with zero capital and a whole lot of grit, John's story is raw, real, and wildly inspiring.

Tune in to hear how one NP turned a personal crisis into a mission—and what happened when he stopped waiting for permission to lead

In this episode of The UNSUNG Podcast, Dr. Efrat Lamandre sits down with Dr. Lorraine Bock, DNP, ENP-C, FNP-C, PHRN, CEN, FAANP - a trailblazing NP who's spent 20+ years building patient-first practices rooted in community and care.

From practicing before NPs had prescriptive authority to running two thriving clinics in different states, Lorraine's story is one of resilience, advocacy, and trusting your gut (and your paperwork).

Tune in to hear how she built it, why she's passing it on, and the lessons that shaped her journey.

In this episode of The UNSUNG Podcast, Dr. Efrat Lamandre sits down with Eva Nyarko, MSN, RN, FNP-BC founder of a thriving Bronx-based clinic with an origin story you won't believe.

From an unexpected lottery win to turning an abandoned convent into a community care hub, Eva's journey is a masterclass in purpose, grit, and radical compassion.

Tap in to hear how one woman is redefining primary care - and why she's just getting started.

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.