Best Prestige Veteran Podcasts (2024)

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E89. Crowdfunding boardgames - should or shouldn’t you? 39:38

4h ago39:38

39:38

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 89 where PJ and Gareth talk all things about crowdfunding boardgames, they talk about platforms, learnings from over 10 years of backing games, their top tips and things to consider.Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame podcast fix in 30 minutes!#boardgames #boardgamepodcast #meeple2meeples #crowdfunding #boardgame…

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E88. Boardgame previews & playtesting 34:02

10h ago34:02

34:02

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 88 where PJ and Gareth talk about boardgame play testing, they share their experiences, recent play-tests and PJ’s new feature..narrating boardgame rulebook intros…——Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in only 30 minutes! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: @Meeple2Meeple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & Obesity as an Intermediate Step in Veterans Disability 8:39

4d ago8:39

8:39

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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E87. Prestige - an interview with Fritz Paull 39:20

16d ago39:20

39:20

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 87 where PJ chats to Fritz Paull the designer of Prestige - a city building game live on Kickstarter now. Hear from Fritz on the design and PJs involvement. Worth a listen!!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/oakloungegames/prestige-a-city-building-game——Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in o…

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OSA Secondary to Sinusitis in VA Disability | All You Need To Know 6:56

10d ago6:56

6:56

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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What to Expect in a C&P Exam for Heart Conditions | VA Disability 11:28

11d ago11:28

11:28

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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E86. Origins game fair recap 48:21

11d ago48:21

48:21

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 86 where PJ and Gareth run through PJ’s highlights from his day at Origins. Hear about PJs jam packed day, what he played and soundbites from fellow content creators and board game designers. Worth a listen!! —— Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in only 30 minutes! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: @Meeple2…

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ACL Tear and Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 5:58

18d ago5:58

5:58

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Camp Lejeune Water contamination and VA Disability | All You Need To Know 6:11

19d ago6:11

6:11

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Unemployability and PTSD in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 7:42

25d ago7:42

7:42

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Kidney Disease and Anti-inflammatory use in Veterans Disability 6:46

26d ago6:46

6:46

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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E85. An Origins game fair preview 21:33

1M ago21:33

21:33

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 85 where PJ (no Gareth) shares his thoughts on his upcoming trip to Origins game fair, what PJ is looking forward to and lots more!! —— Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in only 30 minutes! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: @Meeple2Meeple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linktree: Mee…

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea secondary to TMJ in Veterans Disability 7:18

1M ago7:18

7:18

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Ulcerative Colitis and Veterans Disability 6:10

1M ago6:10

6:10

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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B02. Verdun - kickstarter preview 25:38

2M ago25:38

25:38

Welcome to a Meeple2Meeple bonus episode where PJ chats with Ren Multamäki, designer of Verdun - a thematic card game set in the trenches of WW1. Verdun goes live on Kickstarter 23rd July 2024. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ddpgames/verdun-a-thematic-card-game-set-in-the-trenches-of-wwi?ref=1ez8dz ---- Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame …

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E84. UK Games Expo 2024 highlights 53:56

2M ago53:56

53:56

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 84 where PJ and Gareth talk all things UK Games Expo. In this extended episode Gareth shares with PJ his UKGE experience of what he saw and played as well as playing sound bites he captured from designers and friends from the Instagram community. This was a lot of fun and we would both like to thank everyone who con…

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What happens in a Veterans Disability C&P exam for Hiatal Hernia? 11:13

1M ago11:13

11:13

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Top 5 conditions Related to Tinnitus in Veterans Disability 9:34

1M ago9:34

9:34

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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E83. The Art of BoardGames: an interview with Andrew Bosley 43:10

2M ago43:10

43:10

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 83 where PJ & Adam (Gareth was attending the UKGE) talk to Andrew Bosley about his latest art project and collaboration with Stonemaier games. Hear all about Andrew’s journey in board game art and lots more! —— Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in only 30 minutes! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: @Meeple2M…

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea & Gastroesophageal Reflux in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 6:14

2M ago6:14

6:14

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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VA Appeals to the Board Explained by an Accredited Claims Agent 8:27

2M ago8:27

8:27

Garren, an accredited claims agent and CEO of AVET Appeals explains the process of appealing to the Board of Veterans Appeals for VA disability claims. The discussion between Leah and Garren highlights various options available to veterans during the appeal process, such as selecting a decision review lane and the possibility of requesting a hearin…

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E82. Expand your game - board game expansions 39:14

2M ago39:14

39:14

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 82 where PJ & Gareth talk about boardgame expansions - which games need them and which games don’t? As well as debating what makes an expansion and as ever AI’s version of things! —— Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in only 30 minutes! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: @Meeple2Meeple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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VA Supplemental Claims Explained by an Accredited Claims Agent 8:27

2M ago8:27

8:27

Garen, an accredited claims agent, explains the benefits of the Appeals Modernization Act of 2019, particularly regarding supplemental claims, which can contest decisions made years ago. He emphasizes the necessity of submitting new and relevant evidence to support these claims. Garen and Leah also discuss the weight given to different types of evi…

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VA Higher Level Reviews Explained by an Accredited Claims Agent 10:58

2M ago10:58

10:58

Leah and Garren Cone, an accredited claims agent and legal advocate for veterans, discuss the appeals process for veterans who receive unfavourable decisions from the VA. Garren explains his role in assisting veterans with appeals, emphasizing the importance of the Appeals Modernization Act (AMA) and the different options available under it. He out…

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E81. Boardgame Conventions - our 2024 schedule preview! 39:52

2M ago39:52

39:52

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 81 where PJ & Gareth talk about their recent and upcoming visits to this Summer’s boardgame conventions. Hear about the AI top tips, where to find them and lots more!! —— Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in only 30 minutes! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: @Meeple2Meeple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Bruxism and PTSD in Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 7:10

2M ago7:10

7:10

Leah explains the difference between bruxism and TMJ, highlighting that while TMJ involves the jaw joint, bruxism is about teeth grinding, which can occur consciously or unconsciously, and may be linked to stress or previous oral trauma. She shares her personal experience with both conditions and discusses treatments, which can involve primary care…

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Fibromyalgia Secondary to PTSD in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 5:53

2M ago5:53

5:53

Leah from Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting, a U.S. Army veteran and physician assistant, focuses on the relationship between fibromyalgia and mental health conditions like PTSD in the context of VA disability. Leah, addressing requests from veterans, explains that fibromyalgia, characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and emotional distress, a…

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E80. Boardgame Jargon: how to talk to non-gamers about our hobby 45:52

3M ago45:52

45:52

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 80 where PJ & Jon from Trywin games (special guest appearance to cover for Gareths absence!) talk about our boardgaming hobby and how to engage and share the hobby avoiding the jargon, mechanics and those other complex and often baffling words! —— Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in only 30 m…

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What to Expect in a Hypertension C&P Exam | VA Disability 11:15

2M ago11:15

11:15

Leah a former US Army physician assistant and compensation and pension (C&P) examiner, provides insights into the C&P exam for hypertension, often known as high blood pressure. She clarifies that hypertension is defined as having a sustained systolic pressure of 140 or above, or a diastolic pressure over 90, and discusses prehypertension levels. Le…

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E79. Boardgame learning and teaching tips 45:05

3M ago45:05

45:05

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 79 where PJ & Gareth talk about how they learn and teach boardgames. Hear about their approach, tips, experiences and teaching flow. —— Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in only 30 minutes! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: @Meeple2Meeple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meeple2Meeple on Podbean⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Hearing Loss and Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 8:25

2M ago8:25

8:25

Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about Hearing Loss and Veterans' Disability. Leah discusses the relationship between military service and hearing loss as it pertains to VA disability claims. She explains her expertise as a certified occupational hearing conservationist, which involves interpreting hearing loss data…

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What is the AVET Project ? (American Veterans Empowerment Team) 10:17

3M ago10:17

10:17

Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz interviewing Kim and Garren Cone from the AVET Project What is the AVET Project? (American Veterans Empowerment Team). Leah is interviewing Kim and Garren Cone from the AVET Project. This non-profit organization assists veterans, particularly in understanding VA benefits and providing emotiona…

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What to Expect in a PTSD C&P Exam | VA Disability 17:12

2M ago17:12

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a PTSD C&P Exam. Leah provides insight into what veterans can expect during a VA Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam for PTSD. Leah emphasizes the importance of being honest and prepared for the exam, which includes filling out a Disability Benefit Questionnaire (DB…

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E78. Boardgame Backlog - How many have you got? 41:07

3M ago41:07

41:07

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 78 where PJ & Gareth talk about having too many boardgames that are unplayed.. what do you call this pile? A backlog? an opportunity?, a pile of shame, shelf of shrink etc.. Hear about how many days games have been the collection between PJ and Gareth too! NOTE: Gareths longest game unplayed is an incorrect piece of…

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Paratroopers and Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 6:04

3M ago6:04

6:04

Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about Paratroopers and Veteran's Disability. Leah is discussing the intersection of paratrooper activities and VA (Veterans Affairs) disability. She focuses on the specific injury patterns associated with paratrooper duties and the impact these have on VA disability claims. Leah shar…

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The Benefits of Psychedelics on PTSD | Ben "Doc" Askins Interview 37:41

3M ago37:41

37:41

Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about The Benefits of Psychedelics on PTSD | Ben "Doc" Askins Interview. Leah and former PA Ben "Doc" Askins discuss the integration of psychedelic medicine within veteran healthcare. Ben shares his journey from being a combat medic and National Guard member to pursuing a career in m…

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E77. Gaming with your family 33:54

3M ago33:54

33:54

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 77 where PJ & Gareth chat to Niki, head of community for Tossit, a family game that you can take anywhere. Hear all about the Tossit launch in the UK and across the globe as well as PJ & Gareth talk about other family games. ---- Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in only 30 minutes! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Atrial Fibrillation and PTSD in Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 5:45

3M ago5:45

5:45

Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a TMJ Veterans Disability C&P Exam. Leah discusses how veterans can be service-connected for AFib, emphasizing the necessity of a current diagnosis and a nexus linking the condition to an in-service event or another disability. She highlights that AFib can be direct…

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What to Expect in a Low Back Pain C&P Exam | VA Disability 15:36

3M ago15:36

15:36

Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a Low Back Pain C&P Exam. Leah discusses what to expect during a lumbar spine or low back pain C&P (Compensation and Pension) exam for VA disability. After filing a claim for a low back condition, veterans receive a packet detailing their examination details. At the…

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E76. Apistocracy - will you be the seasons favourite? 32:23

3M ago32:23

32:23

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 76 where PJ (without Gareth) chats to Heather, the designer of Apistocracy about her upcoming Kickstarter campaign, hanging out at Cajun Con, her recent trip to the UK and lots more Apistocracy hits Kickstarts on the 23rd April 2024 ---- Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in only 30 minutes! ⁠⁠…

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Can you get VA Disability for Jet Fuel Exposure? | VA Disability 6:32

3M ago6:32

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses to Obtaining VA Disability for Jet Fuel Exposure is possible. Leah, explains the connection between jet fuel exposure and potential VA disability claims for veterans. She clarifies that while jet fuel exposure is not a disability, the medical conditions resulting from it can be. Vari…

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Multiple Sclerosis and Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 8:39

3M ago8:39

8:39

Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a TMJ Veterans Disability C&P Exam. Leah discusses Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with Veterans Affairs (VA) disability. She explains that MS, an autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system, can be linked to service-related factors, including exposure or sympto…

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E75. Cajun Con - its all Blurple 48:34

4M ago48:34

48:34

Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 75 where PJ and Gareth for the first time record side by side, yes, thats face to face from the UK! Hear all about PJ's trip to the UK so far and Cajun Con, a gathering of friends to play games! Hear about the highlights, what we played, what we ate...and lots lots more!! ---- Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame …

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11B Infantryman and Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 9:25

4M ago9:25

9:25

Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about 11B Infantryman and Veterans Disability. Leah discusses the specific occupational challenges and long-term physical impacts faced by 11B Infantrymen in the U.S. Army. She explains how the MOS (Military Occupational Specialty) Smart Book outlines the physical and skill requireme…

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Top 5 Secondary Conditions to PTSD | VA Disability 8:52

4M ago8:52

8:52

Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a TMJ Veterans Disability C&P Exam. Leah discusses common conditions linked to PTSD in veterans. She outlines five key secondary conditions: headaches (including migraines and tension headaches), sexual dysfunction disorders (often related to PTSD treatments like SS…

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E74. Going on an adventure - a Cajun in the UK 30:27

4M ago30:27

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Welcome to Meeple2Meeple Episode 74 where PJ shares his pre-travel to the UK thoughts. Next time you will hear PJ and Gareth they will be recording for the first time in the same place! ---- Meeple2Meeple - your regular boardgame fix via a podcast in only 30 minutes! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: @Meeple2Meeple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meeple2Meeple on Podbean⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lin…

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What to Expect in a TMJ Veterans Disability C&P Exam 8:42

4M ago8:42

8:42

Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a TMJ Veterans Disability C&P Exam. Leah discusses the Temporal Mandibular Joint Disorder (TMJD), a condition many veterans suffer from, and its relationship with VA disability. TMJD can be related to service either primarily (diagnosed during service and persistent…

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Insomnia and Tinnitus in Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 7:46

4M ago7:46

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about Insomnia and Tinnitus in Veterans' Disability. Leah provides an overview of how insomnia and tinnitus are considered in the context of VA disability. She explains that insomnia, defined by the DSM-5, is a mental health condition rated according to the schedule of mental health …

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What to Expect in a Knee Pain C&P Exam | VA Disability 16:37

4M ago16:37

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What happens in a C&P examination for Knee pain. Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a Knee Pain C&P Exam. Leah offers an in-depth guide for veterans undergoing a Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam for knee pain. As a US Army veteran, …

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What to Expect in a Hypothyroidism C&P Exam | VA Disability 11:41

4M ago11:41

11:41

Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a Hypothyroidism C&P Exam. Leah explains hypothyroidism and its relevance to VA disability evaluations. Hypothyroidism, often autoimmune (Hashimoto's thyroiditis), is characterized by an underactive thyroid, leading to symptoms like weight gain, fatigue, muscle weak…

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