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| Season 5 Unlocked | 05 Sep 2025 | 00:02:47 | |
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. Follow me on IG @awakenedanesthetist and tell me what you think of the new site. Talk soon! You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| Summer Check-in + 2 Announcements! | 25 Jun 2025 | 00:13:55 | |
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:
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| LIVE Season 4 Finale @ AAAA 2025: [PROCESS] The AAAA Presidency and a Life by Design with Nicole Moore, CAA | 18 Apr 2025 | 00:55:23 | |
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:
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 You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Sign up to learn how you can join the first Pre-AA cohort of CAA Matters and get a rare head start in AA school. Learn More +Check out my Pre-AA Highlight on IG
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| Want a New Job? A Deep Dive with LocumTenens.com | 14 Mar 2025 | 00:40:56 | |
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:
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| [PROCESS] Listening to Life's Whispers: A Journey of Passion and Persistence ft. Yulanda Greene, CAA | 03 Mar 2025 | 00:51:06 | |
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:
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| Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants Pt. 4 How Much Do CAAs Make? | 31 Jan 2025 | 00:58:39 | |
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.
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| 2025 Life Update: Embracing Intentional Breaks for Fulfillment | 24 Jan 2025 | 00:24:23 | |
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. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| [PROCESS] Her Untold Path to Empowerment and Influence ft. Chabely Rodrigez, CAA | 09 Dec 2024 | 00:55:55 | |
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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| Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants Pt. 3 Where Can CAAs Work? | 29 Nov 2024 | 00:35:46 | |
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.
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| REPLAY: 5ish Holiday Hacks for the Busy Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant | 22 Nov 2024 | 00:20:45 | |
Originally aired December 2022.
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| Embracing Resilience: Self-Compassion Meditation for CAAs | 15 Nov 2024 | 00:20:34 | |
Join me for a 10-minute meditation, designed to fit into your busy day whether you're on a work break or commuting, learn how to embrace your natural source of resilience. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| Revolutionizing CAA Careers: Exploring Locums Work with LocumTenens.com | 08 Nov 2024 | 00:29:20 | |
Discover how Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) can revolutionize their careers with the growing number of locums opportunities. I sit down with Sabrina Strange from LocumTenens.com to break down exactly what "working locums" means for CAAs, and what you need to have in place before considering a locums position. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Sign up to learn how you can join the first Pre-AA cohort of CAA Matters and get a rare head start in AA school. Learn More +Check out my Pre-AA Highlight on IG
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| UPDATE: Trailblazing the CAA Licensure Movement in Nevada ft. Stephanie Zunini, CAA | 01 Nov 2024 | 00:27:43 | |
This is an update to Stephanie Zunini's original PROCESS episode 35 released September 1st, 2023. We catch up with Stephanie more than a year later to discuss the arduous process required to actually practice in a new state after passing a CAA licensure bill. Stephanie's experience in Nevada highlights the emotional and physical toll of this long, slow legislative process. She shares the behind the scenes of why she made the incredibly hard decision to leave her thriving career in Denver to move to a less than perfect set-up in Nevada. With her eyes set on working in Reno, Stephanie's journey is a powerful reminder of the influence one person can have on an entire profession. My hope is that Stephanie's story inspires others to be change makers in their own states. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Sign up to learn how you can join the first Pre-AA cohort of CAA Matters and get a rare head start in AA school. Learn More +Check out my Pre-AA Highlight on IG
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| Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants Pt. 2 Why You Should NOT be a CAA | 25 Oct 2024 | 00:28:20 | |
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.
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| Part 2 of 2. Building a Diverse Future in the CAA Profession PROCESS ft. DEI AAAA Scholarship Winners, Ellen Fleurival, SAA and Tekiah McClary, SAA | 18 Oct 2024 | 00:52:33 | |
In this joint PROCESS episode, 2024 DEI AAAA scholarship winners, Ellen Fleurival and Tekiah McClary, share their unique paths to become Anesthesiologist Assistant students. Together, we uncover the challenges and triumphs they’ve faced, navigating through the demands of AA school while breaking barriers in a predominantly homogenous field. Ellen and Tekiah reflect on their motivations, their resilience, and the broader themes of under representation. From overcoming application barriers to the significance of outreach efforts, their experiences underscore the power of individual actions in fostering meaningful change.
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| Part 1 of 2. Building a Diverse Future in the CAA Profession ft. DEI AAAA Committee Chair, Arielle Knafel-Bellian, CAA | 16 Oct 2024 | 00:18:45 | |
In this episode, the 2024 AAAA DEI Committee chair, Arielle, and I, dive into the goals and selection process for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion AAAA scholarship. This scholarship is designed to create a more inclusive CAA community by valuing each applicant's unique story. With criteria that emphasize student involvement and contributions to diversity, the scholarship seeks to ensure representation and prevent bias.
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| Thriving Through Mindfulness as a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant | 11 Oct 2024 | 00:23:02 | |
Gain the confidence to make decisions aligned with your true desires and embrace a compassionate approach to life. We'll explore how mindfulness can help break the cycle of equating worth with productivity, fostering inherent worthiness and resilience. I'll also share my personal experiences with obsessive-compulsive disorder, illustrating how mindfulness has been pivotal in managing anxiety and building resilience. Whether you're a seasoned CAA* or an aspiring student, learn about the unique potential within our community to harness mindfulness for overall well-being. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants: Pt. 1 What is a CAA? | 27 Sep 2024 | 00:17:02 | |
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.
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| [PROCESS] Breaking Barriers in The Evergreen State ft. Sarah Brown, CAA | 20 Sep 2024 | 01:08:26 | |
Discover how Washington Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants President, Sarah Brown, paved the way for CAAs in Washington State. Hear her PROCESS from Georgia to Seattle, balancing career & family, and breaking legislative barriers in this 2024 CAA victory. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Sign up to learn how you can join the first Pre-AA cohort of CAA Matters and get a rare head start in AA school. Learn More +Check out my Pre-AA Highlight on IG
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| Going Viral Changed My Life (but not how you expect) | 13 Sep 2024 | 00:26:22 | |
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| LIVE REPLAY: On Leadership, Professional Growth and the Naysayers ft. AAAA 2024 President Danny Mesaros, CAA | 06 Sep 2024 | 00:46:51 | |
Join me for my first LIVE podcast interview featuring our 2024 AAAA President, Danny Mesaros. This episode was recorded in April 2024 in front of an intimate audience at the American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants (AAAA) conference in Orlando, FL. During this candid conversation Danny discusses the demands of his presidency and what he envisions for the future of our profession. He also addresses the haters. A must-listen for any aspiring or practicing CAA! You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Sign up to learn how you can join the first Pre-AA cohort of CAA Matters and get a rare head start in AA school. Learn More +Check out my Pre-AA Highlight on IG
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| Season 4 Coming Soon! | 30 Aug 2024 | 00:00:53 | |
Season 4 is launching on Friday, September 13th, and I’m thrilled to share the episodes I’ve been working on this summer. This season, we’ll dive into what it means to be a healthy and thriving Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant, and for those of you curious about the profession, I’ll be giving you an insider’s look each month. Of course, I’ll continue the fan-favorite PROCESS episodes, expanding our vision of what’s possible for CAAs. I’m excited to see what we can build together this season. Talk soon! You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| a little update + CAA mindfulness practice | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:20:24 | |
Hello from my summer break! I am in the midst of a mindfulness teacher training through Dharma Moon and Tibet House and was challenged by my 1:1 teacher to lead a group practice on the pod. Unfortunately, I realized (after edits) that I forgot to tell you what to do with your eyes! For this practice you want to keep your eyes open, and softly gazing down. If you have never tried a mindfulness practice with eyes open (like me up until 4 weeks ago), I want to validate that it can be uncomfortable but also worth the effort. The goal is to narrow the gap between your meditating life and your regular life with eyes open. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| Season 3 Finale: Reflections and Interviews LIVE from AAAA 2024 | 03 May 2024 | 00:54:08 | |
In the Season 3 finale of Awakened Anesthetist Podcast wander with me through the buzzing AAAA 2024 conference halls and catch my takeaways after I return home. You'll get to eavesdrop on spontaneous chats with CAAs from all points along the journey. From the student who shares the resilience needed to thrive in the OR, to a practicing CAA's insight into work-life balance and financials. We're throwing out the rules of propriety and candidly discussing salaries, transcripts and schedules, because transparency is a cornerstone of this podcast and my work as a CAA. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| What To Do Before You Do a BIG Thing | 05 Apr 2024 | 00:26:59 | |
As a CAA I know you have faced many make or break moments. But, how did you make it through? When I reflect on my near 2 decades as a CAA and all the challenges I have overcome, I can see a framework develop as my "pre-game" ritual if you will. Of course your hard thing is not always about professional challenges- weddings, babies, coming out journeys, first days, last days, and everything in between. CAAs are uniquely pursuing their best lived lives and that generally means we are leaning into discomfort and out of the status quo. As I near my next big thing (speaking at the AAAA 2024) I am reflecting on the routines and mindset shifts that have supported me through all the BIG moments of my adulthood. In my 4-part framework I discuss my unique mindset around preparation, the finesse of practice, my "trust and letting go" phase, and the power of my confidence boosting ritual. While this framework doesn't guarantee the exact outcome I desire it always allows me to do my best and I hope it does the same for you! You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| Finding Balance and Overcoming Addiction: A Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant's Journey ft. Kelsey Koehler | 15 Mar 2024 | 01:03:11 | |
Kelsey Koehler, CAA bravely shares the darker moments of her life, including a personal struggle with alcohol that led to 2 DUIs a week apart. Her story is a beacon for CAAs, illuminating the stark reality of substance misuse in our community. Her proactive approach to recovery and commitment to transparency with the Missouri state medical board and her own support circle exemplify the profound strength it takes to rebuild a life. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| BONUS: Mastering AA School Admissions: Expert Advice for Aspiring Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:18:24 | |
Happy CAA Week 2024 to all my fellow CAAs, AA students and those who hope to be one soon! As a special gift to this community I am answering your most frequently asked questions- spoiler* they are always about the AA admissions process! This is not my area of expertise, so I asked my latest PROCESS guest, Sarah Whitfield, to stick around after her episode and record this BONUS episode. We dive deep into the AA school admissions process and give you the insider knowledge you won't find anywhere else. Sarah has been a practicing Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant since 2018. She currently sits on the AA admissions committee for South University (Savannah campus) where she helps hand select each incoming student. She shares her expertise about the AA school admissions process and so much more on her new website AspiringCAA.com. I highly recommend her website if you are interested in learning more about the CAA profession. Now go do something nice for yourself this week! You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| [PROCESS] Embracing Career Transitions ft. Aspiring CAA founder Sarah Whitfield, CAA | 16 Feb 2024 | 00:46:39 | |
Sarah Whitfield is a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant, full time faculty instructor, blogger, wife, mother and entrepreneur. Sarah's story from her initial veterinary ambitions to her leadership in the anesthesiologist assistant field, illustrates that the road to career satisfaction isn't always a straight line. In this episode we explore the nuances of Sarah's life between clinical practice, teaching, and guiding future CAAs with her mentorship platform, Aspiring CAA.
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| Transatlantic Tales of a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant ft. Mark Leonard, CAA | 19 Jan 2024 | 01:27:46 | |
In this first PROCESS interview of 2024, I sit down with the extraordinary Mark Leonard, whose career leap from the UK's Anesthesia Associate to an American Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant is nothing short of inspirational. Mark candidly shares his insider knowledge on his significant roles within the CAA profession, from his hands-on clinical work to spearheading simulation program development and teaching regional anesthesia to CAAs. This episode isn't just Mark's personal story; it's a treasure trove of insights for anyone in the anesthesia field or anyone contemplating a big life change.
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| What's Coming in 2024 | 22 Dec 2023 | 00:15:57 | |
One of the main themes of my adult life has been learning to release my strangle hold on what I am "meant to do" when it is clear the thing is not meant for me right now. In summary- learning to have some trust and patience! My still small voice (aka my intuition) has been repeating the same message over and over again for years-"nothing meant for you will pass you by." In 2024 I am taking the aligned action to listen to that voice more clearly. This episode is also an invitation to you. An invitation to embark on your own self-discovery, growth, and manifestation journey. What's waiting for you just on the other side? You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| [PROCESS] Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant to Tech Startup Founder: Kathryn Farrell's Permission to Find What's Missing | 08 Dec 2023 | 01:08:35 | |
Imagine standing at what you thought would be the pinnacle of your career and being hit with the feeling that "this isn't it". Kathryn Farrell, a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) moves beyond the confines of her first professional aspiration, her second, and now her third in a journey to find her true passion. Kathryn candidly shares her fascinating evolution from aspiring dermatologist, unfulfilled CAA turned 1099 anesthetist, and now founder of the anesthesia staffing platform, Scopa Health. As Kathryn's story unfolds, it echoes the importance of starting anew in career, seeking fulfillment, and permission to craft a life by design, not default.
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| BTS: 28-year-old Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant makes over $210K ft. Chabely Rodrigez | 01 Dec 2023 | 00:30:17 | |
If you are a CAA or AA student you likely already know this amount of money is common as a full- time CAA. And, if you knew about the profession while in undergrad or earlier it is also likely that you know starting your CAA career in your mid 20s is totally possible. Our profession's ability to make 6 figures this early without going to medical school has always been our "wow" factor, for better or for worse. In this episode you will hear the behind the scenes of one CAA's television debut and how she is using this exact hook to create a wider understanding of what it means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant.
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| SERIES: Part 3. A Road Map to Self-Discovery- Going to Therapy | 24 Nov 2023 | 00:34:27 | |
My road to self-discovery was laid over many years, and spoiler alert* the work is on going. But I can identify 3 pivotal moments in my journey that created a profound shift towards a deep sense of knowing who I am and what I am meant to be in this world. In this 3 part series I recount how a shift in my mindset gave me the permission to appreciate the privileges in my life while also wanting more; how the birth of my gratitude practice reoriented my brain towards the present moment and how a brave step into therapy challenged and healed my limiting beliefs. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| BONUS [PROCESS] Student Stories: A Medical Missions Journey to Uganda | 17 Nov 2023 | 00:43:40 | |
If you are an AA student and loved hearing the knowledge bombs dropped in Sabena's episode #40, then you will really love this student focused episode. Have you ever wondered how it would feel to take your developing skills to an entirely new environment? Experience the stress and the thrill of autonomy? Embark on a mission of hope, healing, and education? Today, we peak behind the curtain of two brave 2nd year AA students from the CWRU- Austin AA program as they recount the ups and downs of their recent medical mission trip to Uganda. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Sign up to learn how you can join the first Pre-AA cohort of CAA Matters and get a rare head start in AA school. Learn More +Check out my Pre-AA Highlight on IG
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| [PROCESS] Exploring Medical Missions as a CAA with Sabena Kachwalla, CAA | 10 Nov 2023 | 01:00:14 | |
Navigating the intricate world of medical mission work can be a daunting task, especially if you’ve never sat down with a CAA who has gone on one. That all changes with this episode. Sabena Kachwalla, CAA has been on nearly 20 clinical and educational medical missions and shares with us her practical insights, including the need for supervision, licensure, and the costs associated with missions. Our conversation takes a deeper turn as we delve into her personal experiences administering anesthesia in third-world countries. Her vivid stories will inspire and empower all CAAs and AA students who want to take their own medical mission trip. And even bigger, Sabena's PROCESS episode allows all CAAs to see to believe what's possible when you follow the path uniquely meant for you. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Sign up to learn how you can join the first Pre-AA cohort of CAA Matters and get a rare head start in AA school. Learn More +Check out my Pre-AA Highlight on IG
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| SERIES: Part 2. A Road Map to Self-Discovery- Gratitude | 27 Oct 2023 | 00:19:42 | |
My road to self-discovery was laid over many years, and spoiler alert* the work is on going. But I can identify 3 pivotal moments in my journey that created a profound shift towards a deep sense of knowing who I am and what I am meant to be in this world. In this 3 part series I recount how a shift in my mindset gave me the permission to appreciate the privileges in my life while also wanting more; how the birth of my gratitude practice reoriented my brain towards the present moment and how a brave step into therapy challenged and healed my limiting beliefs.
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| [PROCESS] Exploring the Expanding Field of Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants with Shane Angus, CAA | 13 Oct 2023 | 00:51:17 | |
As the program director for the Case Western Reserve University-DC Anesthesiologist Assistant program and a fervent advocate for the CAA profession, Shane's story is one of exploration, personal growth, and the power of a tiny 3x5 card. We explore Shane's fascinating path from aspiring med student to influential figure in the rapidly expanding field of Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants. If you are a CAA practitioner, AA student, or simply curious about this rapidly growing profession, this episode is a must-listen.
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| NEW SERIES: Part 1. A Road Map to Self-Discovery- Wanting More | 29 Sep 2023 | 00:28:49 | |
My road to self-discovery was laid over many years, and spoiler alert* the work is on going. But I can identify 3 pivotal moments in my journey that created a profound shift towards a deep sense of knowing who I am and what I am meant to be in this world. In this 3 part series I recount how a shift in my mindset gave me the permission to appreciate the privileges in my life while also wanting more; how the birth of my gratitude practice reoriented my brain towards the present moment and how a brave step into therapy challenged and healed my limiting beliefs. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| [PROCESS] Lindsey Diaz, CAA on fear, anger and her right to practice in New Mexico | 15 Sep 2023 | 00:47:55 | |
In 2021 Lindsey Diaz was the first CAA to join a large private practice in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Even before she set foot in the operating room she was fighting false narratives and stigma about CAAs but she made it her mission to prove her worth and win over her CRNA colleagues and staff. Then, just months after her job started, in Lindsey’s words, she “accidentally” became president of New Mexico Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants during one of the CAA profession's biggest legislative battles of the decade. Lindsey led the NMAAA to pass Senate Bill 35 securing CAA practice throughout the state of New Mexico and securing her future in the state. Lindsey shares a vulnerable front row seat to how it really feels when you stand up in a room full of people who are rooting against you and fight back. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Sign up to learn how you can join the first Pre-AA cohort of CAA Matters and get a rare head start in AA school. Learn More +Check out my Pre-AA Highlight on IG
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| [PROCESS] The Stars Align in Nevada ft. CAAs Stephanie Zunini, Jada Wabanimkee and Joey Parrish | 01 Sep 2023 | 01:07:41 | |
Nevada bill AB 270 was signed into law on June 9th, 2023 thereby giving CAAs legal status to practice anesthesia in the state of Nevada. Pause for cheering! In this season 3 premiere you will meet 3 CAAs, Stephanie Zunini, Jada Wabanimkee, and Joey Parrish who each played a unique role in passing the bill. You will get a behind the scenes look at what it really takes to pass CAA legislation. If you take one thing away from this episode it should be that any CAA can do what Stephanie, Joey and Jada did (and they really hope you do)! You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Sign up to learn how you can join the first Pre-AA cohort of CAA Matters and get a rare head start in AA school. Learn More +Check out my Pre-AA Highlight on IG
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| Season 3 Coming Soon! | 25 Aug 2023 | 00:03:56 | |
Season 3 begins September 1st with a new PROCESS interview. I can't wait to share it! You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| Short Body Scan for Beginners: 5ish mins of Mindfulness for the Busy Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant | 23 Jun 2023 | 00:11:54 | |
Mindfulness is for everyone, yes, even CAAs. Though, it can be helpful to see mindfulness as a muscle that needs to be strengthened with practice. The body scan is a very common mindfulness practice, especially in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). This short body scan was created with a beginner in mind. It can be daunting to start yet another "thing" so think of this simply as something you are exploring. No perfection required. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| [PROCESS] Epitome of Perseverance: Military Wife Finds Career Fulfillment ft. Jen Donoso, CAA | 09 Jun 2023 | 00:47:51 | |
Jen Donoso is a uniquely non traditional CAA. In addition to entering AA school at 35, Jen is a military wife, mom of two and former respiratory therapist of 15 years. Jen's story has so many twists and turns that military families will immediately relate to, and if you are unfamiliar with that lifestyle you will be awed by Jen's perseverance. Jen also shares the reasoning behind founding the much needed AA educational resource platform, Anesthesia OneSource.
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| 4 Habits to Beat Overwhelm- 5ish mins of Mindfulness for the Busy CAA | 26 May 2023 | 00:10:10 | |
Our human bodies are designed to tackle hard moments and then return to a physiologic baseline. Unfortunately, CAAs tend to have an overwhelmed baseline and lots of hard moments. In this episode I share 4 evidence based habits that encourage your body to return to a calm physiologic baseline even in the midst of chaos. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| [PROCESS] Navigating AA School as an International Student with Bill Ding, SAA | 12 May 2023 | 00:44:21 | |
This is the 3rd and final installment in the 3- part AA Student [PROCESS] series. These student [PROCESS] episodes are meant to expand future and existing AA students, and re-energize you along your path towards a practicing CAA. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Sign up to learn how you can join the first Pre-AA cohort of CAA Matters and get a rare head start in AA school. Learn More +Check out my Pre-AA Highlight on IG
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| [PROCESS] AA Students LIVE @ 2023 AAAA | 28 Apr 2023 | 00:30:10 | |
This is the 2nd installment in a 3- part AA Student [PROCESS] series. These student [PROCESS] episodes are meant to expand future and existing AA students, and re-energize you along your path towards a practicing CAA. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response! Sign up to learn how you can join the first Pre-AA cohort of CAA Matters and get a rare head start in AA school. Learn More +Check out my Pre-AA Highlight on IG
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| [PROCESS] Real Stories of Substance Use Disorders in Anesthesia Providers | 14 Apr 2023 | 00:11:23 | |
Did you know that 10-15% of anesthesia providers will suffer from a substance use disorder over the course of their career? This suggests 1 in 10 CAAs. The power of hearing a true and vulnerable story from someone whom you can identify with is unmatched. It can reveal things that you never could have seen otherwise. I hope Jack and Jodi's story of their own struggle with substance use disorders as anesthesia providers will do that for you.
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| April is Addiction Awareness month-5ish Mins for the Busy CAA | 07 Apr 2023 | 00:08:03 | |
April is National Addiction Awareness month. Did you realize that as a CAA you are at an increased risk of having a substance use disorder (SUD)? Unfortunately, 10-15% of anesthesia providers will suffer from a SUD during their career. Join me in embracing our common humanity with those in our anesthesia community who are struggling with substance use disorders. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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| [PROCESS] The Person Behind the 2023 AAAA Presidency ft. Jenn Stever, CAA | 27 Mar 2023 | 00:48:21 | |
Jenn Stever, CAA is the 2023 President of the AAAA (American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants). She graduated from the Emory CAA program in 2006 and currently lives and works in Atlanta, Georgia. Hear her personal journey to become our AAAA President in this BONUS [PROCESS] episode.
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| Remembering your "why"- 5ish mins of Mindfulness for the Busy Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (Student) | 17 Mar 2023 | 00:07:15 | |
In this short mindfulness episodes, Charlie Chase, CAA shares a personal voice note he made for himself circa 2017. He was taking pre-reqs to enter CAA school and never wanted to forget his "why", especially during the hard times. I hope it leaves you feeling nourished, encouraged and connected to yourself and our community. You deserve to feel good behind the drape. You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!
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