Best Brigitte Sager Podcasts (2024)

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Interview with Monique Class, MS, APRN, BC 1:01:27

9h ago1:01:27

1:01:27

On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, I interview Monique Class, MS, APRN, BC. Monique is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Holistic Health with thirty-five years of experience in the fields of nursing, functional, and integrative medicine. She is also a nurse coach! Monique is a thought leade…

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“Learning the Legislative Process to Advocate for Patient Care and the Nursing Profession” with guest Emily Bell, MSN, RN, LNP, PMHNP-BC 13:49

3h ago13:49

13:49

Practical Guide to Legislative Change as a Registered Nurse Learn about what level of government would make the changes you want to see. Find out: is this a federal, state, or local issue? Federal government example: Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) reimbursement rates for advanced practice nurses State government example: Scope of practice for advanced…

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The Impact Of Imposter Syndrome On Your Nursing Practice 32:33

5h ago32:33

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On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, we explore the impact of imposter syndrome on your nursing practice. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy INC…

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My Key Takeaways From The Recent INCA Symposium 15:03

14d ago15:03

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On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, I share 5 key takeaways from the 2024 INCA Symposium I recently attended in Miami, FL in April. So much of what they shared is relevant to functional nurses and nurse practitioners, so tune in! Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM ed…

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Interview with Rita Wadhwani, RN, MSN, ACNP, CNS, RNC-NIC 1:09:42

28d ago1:09:42

1:09:42

On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, I interview Rita Wadhwani, NP. Rita is an acute care nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, and integrative functional NP with her private practice in Southern California. We talk about everything from ayurveda to patient membership programs, but the main focus is on our common passion topic …

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Designing Nurses: What Do Nurses in Design Do? 22:19

1M ago22:19

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In this episode of The AJN Podcast, Susan O’Hara, PhD, MPH, RN, BA, EDAC, FNIHD, discusses the role of nurses in design and the impact they make on patient care and nurse safety.

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Exploring The WHY's Of Functional Medicine And Nursing 17:56

2M ago17:56

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On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, we explore the WHYs of functional medicine and nursing. From knowing when to use functional medicine interventions with your patients to reflecting on your WHY you became a nurse. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To lea…

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Interview with Melissa Armstrong, BSN RN HWNC-BC with Holistic Health LLC 54:14

2M ago54:14

54:14

In this episode, I interview Melissa Armstrong. Melissa was an RN in the conventional medical model for 11 years and transitioned into holistic medicine for illness prevention and promotion of health and wellness 2 years ago. In 2023, she opened her own Functional Health and Wellness coaching business doing online health coaching to help women over…

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Conversation with Kerry A. Milner, DNSc, APRN, FNP-BC, EBP-C, and Ellen Fineout-Overholt, PhD, RN, EBP-C, FNAP, FAAN 16:16

2M ago16:16

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In this episode of The AJN Podcast, Kerry A. Milner, DNSc, APRN, FNP-BC, EBP-C, and Ellen Fineout-Overholt, PhD, RN, EBP-C, FNAP, FAAN discuss the role of evidence-based decision making in nursing education and patient care. Milner and Fineout-Overholt share details on AJN’s new Evidence-Based Decision Making series, and the first article in the se…

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Is Functional Medicine Covered By Insurance? 20:47

2M ago20:47

20:47

On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, we discuss whether or not Functional Medicine is or can be covered under health insurance. You might also be interested in listening to this podcast regarding knowing your worth as a Functional Medicine nurse and charging accordingly: Know Your Worth As A Functional Medicine Nurse Hosted by Brigitte …

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Interview with Julie Davey, RN, MSN, ANP-C, ACNP-C 57:28

3M ago57:28

57:28

In this episode, I interview Julie Davey, RN, MSN, ANP-C, ACNP-C. Julie is a nurse practitioner with over 25 years of experience in healthcare. She holds a faculty position at Emory University educating future nurse practitioners. Julie owns a virtual consulting practice helping clients get to the root cause of their symptoms through innovative cli…

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What Should I Call Myself? 27:08

4M ago27:08

27:08

On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, we discuss the many ways we can choose to refer to ourselves when practicing functional medicine. What should I call myself? We discuss terms you may choose to use to describe your offerings, as well as how you may choose to describe yourself to your patients and colleagues. Beyond this, we talk abou…

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Conversation with Gabrielle Abelard, DNP, PMHNP, PMHCNS-BC, APRN, FNAP, FAAN 22:14

4M ago22:14

22:14

NP, entrepreneur, and professor, Gabrielle Abelard, DNP, PMHNP, PMHCNS-BC, APRN, FNAP, FAAN, joins The AJN Podcast and shares her business experience, wisdom, and insight on what APRNs need to know and do before opening their own practice. Some questions to think about: 1. What’s your “brand”? 2. How will you choose your practice name? 3. Which geo…

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Interview with Lindsey Buhl, RN, BSN with Revival Health 1:02:30

4M ago1:02:30

1:02:30

In this episode, I interview Lindsey Buhl, RN, BSN a former hospital nurse of 15 years. After experiencing her own autoimmune health crisis, she began seeking answers and found those answers in functional medicine! She now works to educate and empower others to be informed consumers of healthcare and advocates as a partner with their healthcare tea…

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Knowing Your Worth As A Functional Medicine Nurse 33:10

5M ago33:10

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On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, we discuss the importance of recognizing your worth as a Functional Medicine nurse and pricing your services accordingly. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course of…

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Does Functional Medicine Have A Branding Problem? 37:10

5M ago37:10

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On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, we explore whether Functional Medicine has a branding problem and the role of nurses and nurse practitioners. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered throug…

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Conversation with Kathleen Russell-Babin, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, ACNS-BC 8:17

5M ago8:17

8:17

In this episode of The AJN Podcast, Kathleen Russell-Babin, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, ACNS-BC, vice president of professional practice at Inova Health System in Falls Church, VA, discusses implementation science (IS). Russell-Babin is the lead author of the first article in a new series for AJN, Applying Implementation Science. The article describes how a m…

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Interview with Terry Wahls, MD 48:51

6M ago48:51

48:51

In this episode, I interview Dr. Terry Wahls a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa where she conducts clinical trials and instructs internal medicine residents. In addition to being a doctor, she is also a patient with chronic, progressive multiple sclerosis. Dr. Wahls restored her own health using a diet and lifestyle program …

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Interview with Dr. Carrie Jones, ND, DABNE, MPH the ”Queen of Hormones” 1:01:11

6M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

In this episode, I interview Carrie Jones, ND, FABNE, MPH an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator on the topic of women's health and hormones with over 20 years in the industry. Dubbed the “Queen of Hormones,” Dr. Jones shares her insights into all things hormones and more in this interview, and we discuss the role of nurses…

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An Interview with Beverly Mazza BSN, RN with Purely Present Health 49:00

7M ago49:00

49:00

In this episode, I interview Beverly Mazza BSN, RN. Beverly is a registered nurse, Certified Whole Health Educator™, health coach, and mindfulness teacher. She holds a certificate in Functional Medicine for Nurses™. Combining her nursing expertise with mindfulness, holistic health and functional medicine, Bev helps clients relieve stress so that th…

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Prioritizing Care When Practicing Functional Medicine As A Nurse 18:56

7M ago18:56

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On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, I discuss prioritizing care when practicing as a Functional Nurse. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy INCA …

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My Key Takeaways from a Recent Functional Medicine Conference 28:36

7M ago28:36

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On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, I share 5 key takeaways from the 2023 PLMI conference I recently attended in Seattle, WA in October. The topic was Management of Chronic Neuroimmune Disorders, and the speaker line-up was incredible. So much of what they shared is relevant to functional nurses and nurse practitioners, so tune in! htt…

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Conversation with Elizabeth A. Ayello, PhD, MS, RN, CWON, FAAN 34:06

7M ago34:06

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AJN In this episode of The AJN Podcast, Elizabeth A. Ayello, PhD, MS, RN, CWON, FAAN, co-editor of Advances in Skin and Wound Care, discusses the role of the direct care nurse in wound and ostomy care. Listen as she shares valuable information and resources on the topic. Links to resources mentioned in the podcast are available below. Nursing 2023 …

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An Interview with Dr. Holly Lucille, ND, RN, ONC with Fullscript 59:48

8M ago59:48

59:48

In this episode, I interview Dr. Holly Lucille, ND, RN, ONC. She is an integrative practitioner, renowned speaker, naturopathic doctor, and registered nurse! We talk about the role of nurses in this healing art, and (with her expertise in supplements) we talk about the use of food as medicine and supplements in providing functional nursing care to …

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How To Choose Your Functional Medicine Education Path As A Nurse 26:39

8M ago26:39

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On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, I discuss options for nurses to become educated in functional medicine, how to evaluate your options, and my own experience learning functional medicine. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about the Function…

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An interview with Lauren Briggs, Functional Medicine Nurse Coach and Clinical Homeopath 31:45

8M ago31:45

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In this episode, I interview Lauren Briggs, RN, BSN, NC-BC, RYT. Lauren is a functional medicine nurse coach and clinical homeopath. Lauren has been practicing nursing for over 12 years. Working specially in Functional Medicine for the past 5 years. She specializes in gut health, hormones and migraines. In this interview, we talk about her path to …

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Is Test, Don’t Guess The Best Approach? & Top Functional Lab Tests! 27:55

9M ago27:55

27:55

On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, we take a greater look at functional testing and the pros and cons of a "test don’t guess" approach. I also describe many of the most popular test options, as well as which I use the most or least often in practice. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, …

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An Interview with Nicole Vienneau MSN, RN, NC-BC. CEO of Blue Monarch Health, PLLC and Restoration Room, PLLC 1:24:15

9M ago1:24:15

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In this episode, I interview Nicole Vienneau MSN, RN, NC-BC. Nicole transitioned from being an ICU nurse to becoming a board certified nurse coach that has led many successful group coaching programs. In this interview, we talk about her experiences using group settings to reach a larger audience and her thoughts on other nurses considering offerin…

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Understanding Patient Motivation And Readiness For Change In Functional Medicine 27:27

10M ago27:27

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In this episode, we explore the importance of considering and understanding patient motivation and readiness for change. Although our functional medicine know-how has the ability to help so many people in our personal and professional lives, it is vital that they are ready to hear our message and are at least considering change. Hosted by Brigitte …

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Conversation with Brigitte Sager, MSN, ARNP, FNP-C 19:51

10M ago19:51

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Brigitte Sager, MSN, ARNP, FNP-C joins AJN senior clinical editor Christine Moffa to discuss the nurse’s role in functional medicine.

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An Interview with Ashley Braaten, BSN RN: A Registered Nurse and Functional Nurse 48:26

10M ago48:26

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In this episode, I interview Ashley Braaten, BSN RN. Ashley has been a registered nurse for twelve years. She has experience working on a progressive care unit with respiratory, stroke, and cardiac patients and experience in primary care. We discuss how she was able to improve her own health and well being drastically over the past year and a half …

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Is Perfection A Realistic Goal When Practicing Functional Medicine? 14:57

11M ago14:57

14:57

In this episode we discuss the idea of perfection. As healthcare providers, we are held to a high standard which can sometimes feel like perfection. In functional medicine, we gain all of these wonderful insights into how to care for ourselves and our patients optimally, but is perfection a realistic goal? Is it in our own or our patients' best int…

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How Nurses Can Use Lab Work in Functional Medicine 23:46

11M ago23:46

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In this episode, how registered nurses, nurse coaches, and nurse practitioners can use lab work in functional medicine. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy I…

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Interview with AACN president Amanda Bettencourt and AACN president -elect Terry Davis. 16:17

11M ago16:17

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AJN senior clinical editor, Christine Moffa, speaks with AACN president Amanda Bettencourt and AACN president -elect Terry Davis, about challenges in nursing and AACN’s efforts to address these issues.

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Does A Registered Nurse Need To Become A Nurse Practitioner to Practice Functional Medicine? 24:44

12M ago24:44

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In this episode, we answer the question "Does an RN need to become a NP to practice Functional Medicine?" Registered nurses often ask if they will need to become a nurse practitioner to practice functional medicine. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about…

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Is it Functional Medicine or Functional Nursing? What Should I Call Myself? 14:02

1y ago14:02

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In this episode, we explore the idea of nurses using the term functional medicine versus functional nursing. If a nurse uses functional medicine practices, are they practicing nursing or medicine? How do we describe ourselves to our patients and colleagues? Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an …

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Bernadette ‘Candy’ Capili, author of “Improving the Validity of Causal Inferences in Observational Studies” and “Efficacy Randomized Controlled Trials” 18:01

1y ago18:01

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AJN senior clinical editor Christine Moffa speaks with Bernadette ‘Candy’ Capili about her articles, “Improving the Validity of Causal Inferences in Observational Studies” and “Efficacy Randomized Controlled Trials”. These articles are the 13th and 14th installments in a series on clinical research by nurses, “Nursing Research, Step by Step.”…

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What is the Difference Between Functional, Integrative, and Lifestyle Medicine? 15:39

1y ago15:39

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In this episode, we compare and contrast the terms functional medicine, integrative medicine, and lifestyle medicine? Which one are you practicing? What should you call yourself? Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses c…

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An Interview with Katie Oshita: a Lactation Consultant and Functional Nurse 58:07

1y ago58:07

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In this episode, I interview Katie Oshita, BSN, RN, IBCLC. Katie is a Registered Nurse and a board certified lactation consultant. Katie has completed coursework in Functional Medicine for Nurses, and she shares her experiences adding functional nursing to her offerings in her online private practice. You can learn more about Katie on her website w…

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Conversation with Renee Thompson, CEO & Founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute 31:00

1y ago31:00

31:00

AJN senior clinical editor Christine Moffa speaks with Renee Thompson DNP, RN, FAAN, CSP about workplace bullying and incivility. Dr. Thompson shares practical advice on what to do when this happens to you. Released on April 26, 2023

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Twelve Surprising Places You Can Work As a Functional Nurse 29:03

1y ago29:03

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In this fun episode, we explore twelve unique roles a functional nurse can work in using these healing practices. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy INCA in…

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Interview with ANA President Jennifer Mensik Kennedy 17:48

1y ago17:48

17:48

AJN senior clinical editor Christine Moffa speaks with ANA President Jennifer Mensik Kennedy about her journey to becoming president of the ANA, issues nurses are facing, and how the ANA plans to address these issues. Released on April 5, 2023

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An Interview with Jill Jefferson: a Nurse Coach Incorporating Functional Medicine into Her Private Practice 34:56

1y ago34:56

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In this episode, I interview Jill Jefferson, RN, BSN, HWNC-BC. Jill is a Registered Nurse with a National Board Certification as a Holistic Nurse and Nurse Coach. Throughout her nursing career, Jill has completed coursework in functional medicine, food as medicine, mindfulness, yoga, acupuncture, and aromatherapy. Committed to caring for her patien…

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Evaluating the Evidence from a Functional Medicine Perspective 23:34

1y ago23:34

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This episode builds on Episode 4 where we talked about whether functional medicine is evidence based. In this episode, we explore how to effectively evaluate research and literature from a functional medicine perspective as a nurse. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To…

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Is Functional Medicine Evidence Based? The Nursing Perspective 17:23

1y ago17:23

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In this episode, we answer the question "Is functional medicine evidence based?" Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy INCA in partnership with the Institute f…

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Can a Registered Nurse Practice Functional Medicine? 24:58

1+ y ago24:58

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In this episode, we explore whether it is in a registered nurse's scope to practice functional medicine. What is in an RN's scope? What is in an NP's scope? Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through …

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My Journey to Nursing and Functional Medicine 17:19

1+ y ago17:19

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In this episode, I share my journey to becoming a nurse and family nurse practitioner, my role in our broken healthcare system, and finally how I became a nurse educator and functional medicine practitioner. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. To learn more about the Fun…

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What is Functional Medicine? 19:48

1+ y ago19:48

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In this episode, we explore the current state of our healthcare system, what functional medicine is, and debunk some common myths about functional medicine. Nurses are the perfect healthcare practitioners to practice this healing art. Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator. …

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The Functional Nurse Podcast Trailer 1:11

1+ y ago1:11

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A podcast that explores the unique role nurses and nurse practitioners RNs and NPs play in practicing the healing art of functional medicine. The show explores many aspects of functional medicine practice, emerging research, and the unique blessings and challenges that nurses experience when practicing functional medicine. Hosted by Brigitte Sager-…

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Heather M. Young and Rita B. Choula, two of the authors of “Caring for a Person Living with Pain” 19:51

2y ago19:51

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AJN senior clinical editor Christine Moffa speaks with Heather M. Young and Rita B. Choula about their guest editorial, which discusses nurses’ key role in supporting family caregivers.

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