The Medicine Couch

The Medicine Couch

Where PAs and NPs explore possibilities that lead to satisfying careers!

How to Recognize and Recover from Burnout in Medicine 25/08/2024

Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or questioning your career in medicine? 🤔

You’re not alone!

In my latest video, I chat with Hope Cook, a PA and life coach, about burnout vs. stress and how to reclaim joy in your career!

Don’t miss these practical tips and resources to help you thrive again. 🌟 Watch now!

How to Recognize and Recover from Burnout in Medicine Am I just stressed or actually burned out? If I have burnout is it because I'm not good enough? Is there a way to fix burnout and save my career? Do I have t...

How Does Your PA Salary Compare in 2024? Discover the Latest Data 21/08/2024

Do you wonder what the average PA makes in 2024?

PA income jumped 6% in 2024, but is it really as good as it sounds?

The 2024 reports are in, and I break them down in this video, giving you all the highlights!

I explore what the median salary is now, how pay varies by state and work setting, which states have the highest number of PAs, and what PAs are getting on average for CME money. (I also offer a tip on how to maximize your CME funds!)

Don’t miss out—watch now!

How Does Your PA Salary Compare in 2024? Discover the Latest Data 🧐 Curious about how much PAs are making in 2024? 💰In this video, I dive into the latest salary reports from Medscape and the AAPA to reveal the average PA ...

How to Leave Clinical Practice and Succeed in Assisted Living: A PA’s Story 12/08/2024

Ever thought about leaving clinical practice? 🩺➡️

🏠 Check out my latest interview where a PA shares her journey of leaving clinical practice to own and operate residential assisted living homes.

Get insights on business setup, staffing, challenges, and income potential.

Don’t miss this inspiring story! 🌟

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How to Leave Clinical Practice and Succeed in Assisted Living: A PA’s Story Are you a medical professional considering a career change, or someone just looking for a good business idea? In this video, I interview a Physician Assistan...

30/07/2024

I am honored to be presenting a webinar for AAPA tomorrow night!

If you are looking for a job, or thinking about changing positions, this webinar is for you! I will be discussing ways to make sure you your new job is a dream job and NOT a nightmare!

Go to AAPA today and register for this free event!

Is Medicine Ready for Unconventional Styles? 21/07/2024

Breaking the Mold in Medicine! 💥

Ever wondered if you can have unconventional looks and still work in healthcare? Just how would a bold purple faux hawk or striking head and neck tattoos be perceived in healthcare? What would administration say about it?

Join me as I explore the stories of two providers with unconventional looks and found out what the reception has been from patients, colleagues, and administration.

This is a must-watch for anyone in the medical field! 🚀👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

Is Medicine Ready for Unconventional Styles? Are Unconventional Looks Professional in Medicine? 🤔 Do you think medical professionals should look a certain way? 🤔 In my latest video, I dive into this q...

Insider's Guide: CME4Life PANRE Prep (With Discounts!) 07/07/2024

PAs, is the thought of the PANRE keeping you up at night? 😰

I've got the scoop on CME4Life's review course! ☕️ New video out now with an honest breakdown, teaching style insights, and discount codes.

Your PANRE success starts here! 🎥👇

https://youtu.be/zTqqOpPHW48&list=PL6DyVIDYBzVOYDEZ6b7DKtqupmHTVPGfr&si=fW8jGXOQTUTalONq

Insider's Guide: CME4Life PANRE Prep (With Discounts!) 💰DISCOUNT CODES BELOW ⬇️⬇️⬇️Hey there PAs! Are you gearing up for the PANRE or PANRE-LA? Listen up, because I've got the inside scoop on a game-changing rev...

Hiring Trends for PAs and NPs: A Recruiter’s Inside Scoop 23/06/2024

🔍 Curious about how employers view PAs & NPs and if one profession has a clear advantage over the other?🔍

Tune into my latest video where a medical recruiter gives the inside scoop on hiring trends, sharing employer preferences and the factors influencing them.

🏥 BONUS: She also discusses employer red flags you need to know! 🚩

Hiring Trends for PAs and NPs: A Recruiter’s Inside Scoop In this video, I chat with a top medical provider recruiter about the hiring trends for Physician Assistants/Physician Associates (PAs) and Nurse Practitione...

Peer to Peer Specialist: Discover this New Non-Clinical PA/NP Job! 16/06/2024

🏥 Discover a unique non-clinical opportunity for PAs & NPs!

In my latest video, I dive into the role of a Peer to Peer Specialist. Learn how this new position can help prevent insurance denials and streamline the approval process, saving institutions millions of dollars!

Watch to learn all about the duties of this flexible, non-clinical role, how much is pays, and how to implement it in your organization! 📽️💡

⭐️⭐️BONUS: Learn some incredible tips on how to avoid insurance denials and how to efficiently handle a peer to peer to get approval!

Peer to Peer Specialist: Discover this New Non-Clinical PA/NP Job! In this video, my guest Paola Gonzalez, a seasoned PA, discusses her unique role as a peer-to-peer specialist. Learn how this position helps prevent insuran...

PANRE-LA: How "Removed" & "Replaced" questions affect your score and study plan! 09/06/2024

🚨 Attention PAs!

📚 Wondering what these "Removed" and "Replaced" questions are that we are now seeing on our PANRE-LA exam dashboards!?!

🧐Curious as to how they affect your score?

🙋‍♀️ And what do they have to do with how we rate each question for Confidence and Relevancy?

➡️Don't miss my latest video where I explain all this and how I think it may change your study strategy and the resources you use! 📈

PANRE-LA: How "Removed" & "Replaced" questions affect your score and study plan! 💰CME4Life Discount Code: medicinecouch10🤑 SmartyPANCE Discount Code: medicinecouch10Are you taking the PANRE-LA recertification exam? Check out my latest v...

Top PANRE-LA Updates Direct from the AAPA Convention! 26/05/2024

🚨 Attention all PAs! 🚨 Just dropped a must-watch video on the latest PANRE-LA updates straight from the AAPA convention.

Discover why the questions have changed, how to tackle complex intervention questions, and much more!

Don't miss out on these crucial insights. Watch now! 👉

Top PANRE-LA Updates Direct from the AAPA Convention! 💰Discount Codes Below! ⬇️🔔 Stay updated, PAs! 🔔 I recently attended the AAPA convention and got the inside scoop from NCCPA about the PANRE-LA. In this vi...

16/05/2024

I totally blew it last year at AAPA! I didn't think about planning AHEAD of time to meet up with people. Then it was so busy and so HUGE that I was only lucky enough to meet up with a few people.

Also, like many people, I go to these conferences alone and sometimes it's lonely to eat dinner by myself!

So, I thought I would try to get a group together to go have dinner on Tuesday night (5/21). I don't know how many people will still be around then, but just throwing out this invitation.

Let me know in the comments or via message if you want to join!

Maximize Your CME: The Gift Card Strategy 12/05/2024

💡 Do you know about Gift Card CME?! Have you purchased it? Are you following the rules?

Join me as I delve into this somewhat controversial approach to continuing education for PAs and NPs (and other medical professionals). Gain insights, stay compliant, and enhance your professional growth - all in one video! PLUS – I share what I think is the best Gift Card CME for PAs & NPs!

Don't miss it!

Maximize Your CME: The Gift Card Strategy Links & Discount Code Below!Want to get a $500, $1,000, or $2,000+ gift card the next time you purchase CME!?! Are these offers legit? Are they ethical? Well...

A Funny & Informative Book About Dead People?!? Yes Please! 05/05/2024

Looking for a great read???

Dive into the fascinating world of cadavers with my latest book review!

In “STIFF” by Mary Roach, read about the vital role of human bodies in research and education that goes far beyond the anatomy lab! BUT surprisingly, also be prepared for a funny and entertaining read!

Watch the review now on my YouTube channel! Purchase links can be found in the description box below the video.

A Funny & Informative Book About Dead People?!? Yes Please!

Thriving in Healthcare: PA and NP Transition Tips and Advice 21/04/2024

🌟 Transitioning to a new job or new specialty? Unlock the secrets to seamless transitions from a seasoned NP in my latest video! Whether you are a PA or NP, NEW GRAD or EXPERIENCED provider, this video can help you!

Thriving in Healthcare: PA and NP Transition Tips and Advice Looking to smoothly transition into your new Physician Assistant/Associate (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) role? In this interview, I sit down with a seasone...

18/04/2024

I choose this book first because of it's special connection to PAs. I hope you like it as much as I did!
I'll also put a link to my YouTube video review of it in the comments.

18/04/2024

Book Reviews are here! I will be sharing one book about every 2 weeks.

These be reviews of books that medical providers will love. They will all have some kind of tie to medicine, health, or psychology.

I am only sharing books I have really enjoyed. I hope you like them too!

Counting the Costs: My $500K PA School Journey. Worth it?!? 14/04/2024

🤔 Is PA school worth the investment? Find out in my latest video where I spill the beans on the true cost of my education - a whopping $500K!

Plus, discover what to do if you're feeling stuck in your PA career.

Don't miss out!

Counting the Costs: My $500K PA School Journey. Worth it?!? I just realized that PA school actually cost me a staggering amount, nearly $500,000! Are you wondering how? Well, watch this video to find out! Whether you'...

11/04/2024

Update on the CME4Life UC/Med Mal conference. It's back on!

Wait, Thoracic Surgery? The Specialty You Didn't Know You Didn't Know About! 09/04/2024

🌟 Did you know thoracic surgery is its own specialty? Dive into the surprising world of chest surgery with me in my latest YouTube interview and learn along with me!

Wait, Thoracic Surgery? The Specialty You Didn't Know You Didn't Know About! Get ready to be surprised as I dive into the world of thoracic surgery in this eye-opening interview with a fellow Physician Assistant (PA)! In this video, w...

01/04/2024

I'm excited to have recently been a guest on The Healthy Careers Podcast with Madison Loomis! We had a great conversation about what to do when you feel like you just can't work clinically any more.

She is so much fun to talk with and I think we shared some much needed information! Thank you Madison!

Check it out here:
Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gMGsPRBf
Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gJhE8JfY
Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gpbmzD26

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The Realities of Healthcare: A Candid Discussion with a Fellow PA 29/03/2024

Calling all PAs & NPs! 🌟 Join me for an honest discussion on the realities of working in healthcare. From questioning medicine being a “calling” to finding solidarity in our struggles, my guest and I are diving deep into the heart of medicine. Don't miss out on this empowering conversation!

The Realities of Healthcare: A Candid Discussion with a Fellow PA Are you working in medicine and feeling uncertain and alone? Join me for a candid exchange with a fellow PA as we navigate the labyrinth of doubts, passions,...

Behind the Scenes: Urgent Care PA Shares Insider Knowledge! 25/03/2024

Curious about working in urgent care?

Dive into the specialty with a seasoned PA! Join me for a behind-the-scenes interview where we uncover the daily life, challenges, and rewards of working in this fast-paced specialty. Don't miss out!

Behind the Scenes: Urgent Care PA Shares Insider Knowledge! Welcome to my interview with a veteran Physician Assistant (PA) who has over 20 years of experience in urgent care! We explore the diverse patient cases, pro...

Rheumatology: Is there more to it than you think? 17/03/2024

Wonder what it’s like working in rheumatology? 🔍 Join me on a journey through the complexities and rewards of this dynamic field! My guest is a PA who offers a glimpse into the specialty, discussing the challenges and the surprising career fulfillment rheumatology offers.

Whether you're considering a career change or simply curious, this video is your ticket to understanding what rheumatology is all about. Click below to embark on an eye-opening adventure! 🚀👩‍⚕️

Rheumatology: Is there more to it than you think? Do you wonder what it's really like to work in Rheumatology as a PA or NP? Watch this interview with a PA who tells us why she loves this specialty, plus she...

Cracking the Code: PAs' Journey to Healthcare Administration & Leadership 10/03/2024

🚀 Unlock the secrets of APPs in healthcare leadership in this interview with Chief Advanced Practice Officer Clair Kuriakose, MBA, PA-C, FACHE! Join me as she reveals the challenges PAs sometimes face getting admin roles, the evolving opportunities for all APPs in administration, and the keys to success in leadership! 🌟 Don't miss out on this empowering journey! 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

Cracking the Code: PAs' Journey to Healthcare Administration & Leadership Today’s video is a must-watch for all you aspiring healthcare leaders, especially if you're a PA or NP eyeing those top-tier roles. (This video specifically ...

Inside Interventional Radiology: PA/NP Perspective Revealed! 04/03/2024

🌟 Explore the fascinating world of Interventional Radiology! Join me as I sit down with a PA to discuss things like procedures, autonomy, pay, and more. If you're curious about what IR is really like for PAs & NPs, you won't want to miss this insider's perspective! 👩‍⚕️🔍

Inside Interventional Radiology: PA/NP Perspective Revealed! Have you ever wondered what exactly PAs & NPs can do in Interventional Radiology and do you have to have PA/NP experience first? Curious to know what kind of...

This was the last thing I thought I'd do! 25/02/2024

🤔 How did a kitchen appliance and a singer from Kazakhstan change my life and lead me to start a YouTube channel??

🤪 It's crazy to me the twists and turns life takes. In fact, I think it is one of the best things about life! 😍 You never know what it has in store for you.

🧐 If you’re curious to hear my story and find out just how this pivot happened, click the link!

This was the last thing I thought I'd do! Many people have asked me why I started a YouTube channel. Well, it was a bit of a winding road as I really had no idea what YouTube was really about just a ...

Clinical Skills Unleashed: Thriving in Health Tech Consulting 18/02/2024

🎬 Ready for a career shift? Explore the exciting intersection of clinical expertise and business success in my latest interview with a PA turned health tech consultant. Learn how your skills can drive innovation and change in the healthcare industry! 🚀 Watch now and redefine your professional path.

Clinical Skills Unleashed: Thriving in Health Tech Consulting 🌟 Are you a healthcare professional curious about the exciting possibilities beyond clinical practice? Join me in this illuminating interview with Amy Story...

⚖️Legal Tips for PAs & NPs: Expert Insights for Your Career! 04/02/2024

🤝 Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting your medical journey, this episode is a must-watch. Equip yourself with the wisdom needed to navigate the complexities of the medical-legal landscape. Click the link now and watch this great interview with a PA turned malpractice attorney, Peter Bergé. 🚀👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

⚖️Legal Tips for PAs & NPs: Expert Insights for Your Career! 🌟 Join me for an enlightening interview with Peter Bergé, a seasoned PA turned malpractice attorney. 🩺💼 Discover crucial insights on safeguarding your car...

Unlocking Your Impact: A Provider's Guide into Medical Missions 28/01/2024

🌈 Beyond borders, beyond expectations! 🌏 Discover the world of medical missions with a seasoned global health PA, unraveling myths and guiding you through the keys to impactful volunteering. 🤝✈️ Watch now for a journey that transcends routine healthcare!

Unlocking Your Impact: A Provider's Guide into Medical Missions https://youtu.be/Ydup9mbs0Lk Explore the world of transformative medical missions! Join me as I have an inspiring conversation with a seasoned PA who shares ...

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Update on the CME4Life UC/Med Mal conference. It's back on!
Great Opportunity!! There is an UC MedMal conference coming up the end of March that I think will be fabulous! (No, this...