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Grade 1 View – Ep. 22 – The Fundamentals of Mechanical Ventilation
Episode 448
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 …
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
A CRNA’s Journey From Addiction to Recovery
Episode 443
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, C…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Airway Exchange – Ep 1 – Three Millers and a Mac
Episode 445
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 f…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
From Stigma to Support: 10 Years of Parkdale and CRNA Peer Assistance
Episode 442
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 Prof…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Grade 1 View – Ep. 21 – Staying Driven & Ambitious After Becoming a CRNA
Episode 444
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, E…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Building a Community for Aspiring CRNAs Through Mentorship
Episode 436
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…
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
The Five Love Languages for CRNAs in Financial Planning
Episode 435
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 wit…
Published on 3 months ago
Grade 1 View – Ep. 20 – Strategies for Resident Success & Belonging with Dr. Jorge Valdes
Episode 441
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 …
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Thoracic Anesthesia: Airway, Esophagus, and Mediastinal Mastery with Dr. Melissa Puskac
Episode 439
Thoracic anesthesia is one of the most complex and high-stakes specialties in medicine, where the airway may literally be open on the table, and every breath depends on seamless teamwork.
In this epi…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Catching Up with AANA CEO Bill Bruce at the Annual Congress
Episode 440
The AANA’s Annual Congress just set a new record—over 4,000 CRNAs and SRNAs came together in Nashville for the largest meeting in the association’s history. In this special episode of Beyond the Mask…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago