The Functional Nurse Podcast - Nursing in Functional Medicine

In this episode of The Functional Nurse Podcast, Dr. Ashley Shrader shares her journey from conventional nursing to functional medicine, emphasizing the importance of gut and hormone health. She discusses her personal health challenges, particularly with autoimmune issues, and how they shaped her approach to patient care. Dr. Shrader highlights the unique needs of endurance athletes and the signif...

In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, Tamra Garrick, a board-certified family nurse and founder of Ritual Wellness, shares her journey from sports marketing to nursing. She discusses holistic health, the role of athletics in shaping her approach, common misconceptions about nursing, and the importance of collaboration in functional medicine. Connect with Tamra: Linkedin: https://www.lin...

In this episode, Brigitte Sager DNP interviews Lindsay Vanderstraeten, a critical care nurse with a passion for integrative and functional medicine. Lindsay shares her journey from traditional nursing to exploring holistic practices, including yoga, meditation, and nurse coaching. They discuss the importance of addressing stress in healthcare, the role of nurse practitioners, and the evolving land...

This interview with Sarah Cook ND explores the challenges and strategies holistic health practitioners face when marketing their services. Sarah shares her journey from practicing naturopathic medicine to becoming a content creator, emphasizing efficient marketing, the use of AI tools, and the importance of finding one’s voice in entrepreneurship. The conversation also covers mindset blocks, found...

In this episode, Brigitte Sager interviews Shantrece Davis, a nurse practitioner and transformational life coach, about her journey from marketing to holistic nursing. They explore empowering women over 35 through functional nutrition, mindset shifts, and group coaching. The conversation highlights the value of community, personalized wellness, and tools like ChatGPT to support growth in both life...

In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, Brigitte Sager DNP shares her insights from the annual international conference for the Institute for Functional Medicine (AIC). She discusses the themes that emerged during the conference, including the importance of connection and purpose in healthcare, the role of technology in patient care, and the significance of nutrition and group medical vis...

In this episode of The Functional Nurse Podcast, nurse coach Laura Alessio shares her journey from public health nursing to legal nurse consulting and ultimately to nurse coaching. The conversation explores integrating functional medicine with nurse coaching, celebrating client wins, and how personal health experiences shape professional practice. Topics include the differences between mindfulness...

In this episode of The Functional Nurse Podcast, Brigitte Sager discusses the importance of memberships in functional nursing practices. She explores how memberships can provide ongoing support for patients, create predictable income for nurses, and foster community engagement. The conversation delves into the benefits of memberships for both nurses and patients, including flexibility, recurring r...

In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, Natalie Mullen from Practice Better shares innovative strategies for holistic nurses to grow their practices while avoiding burnout. She explores key features of Practice Better, including group coaching, online courses, and membership models to boost patient engagement. The discussion emphasizes building client trust through challenges and email ma...

Sponsored by the Institute for Functional Nursing. Learn more about our programs at  www.fxnursing.com In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, Brigitte Sager breaks down exactly how nurses and nurse practitioners can get their foot in the door in functional and integrative medicine. Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, working in a clinic, or expanding your role within a traditi...

In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager welcomes back Bev Mazza, a board-certified nurse coach and integrative health consultant. They discuss Bev’s shift to focusing on blood sugar management for pre-diabetic and menopausal women, covering continuous glucose monitoring, stress regulation, and personalized care. The conversation also explores structuring services, pric...

In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager DNP shares insights from the AANP Health Policy Conference, emphasizing the importance of nurse practitioners in advocating for healthcare policy changes. She discusses the challenges faced by nurse practitioners, particularly in rural areas, and highlights key statistics about their impact on patient care. The conversation also...

In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager, DNP explores the opportunities and challenges for nurses interested in entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the importance of understanding state regulations, scope of practice, and patient safety when starting a business. She highlights the need for legal guidance, especially when incorporating services beyond traditional nursing r...

On this episode of The Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager, DNP interviews Brooke Forsythe, a nurse with 18 years of experience who shares her journey through mental health challenges and the importance of mindset in healthcare. Brooke discusses her transition from wanting to be an accountant to becoming a nurse, her struggles with anxiety and depression, and how she found healing throug...

In this bonus episode, Brigitte Sager DNP introduces the Holistic Nursing Entrepreneur Program, designed for nurses and nurse practitioners seeking to establish their own practices. She discusses the journey of becoming a nurse entrepreneur, the development of the program, and the comprehensive course structure that includes insights from founding nurses and expert interviews. The conversation emp...

In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager explores how holistic and functional nurses can lead the way in transforming healthcare through advocacy. From improving school nutrition to hospital meals and influencing policy, Brigitte shares actionable steps for nurses to create meaningful change. Inspired by a discussion with Dr. Barbara Dossey, this episode highlights the...

On this episode of The Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager, DNP interviews Karina Landing RN, a seasoned healthcare professional who has transitioned from traditional nursing to functional medicine and wellness coaching. Karina shares her journey through various nursing roles, her insights into the challenges faced by mid-career professionals, and how she integrates technology with funct...

On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, Brigitte Sager, DNP discusses the important distinctions between education, recommendations, and prescribing within the nursing scope of practice. She emphasizes the role of nurses in educating patients, the nuances of making recommendations, and the importance of empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health. The conversation al...

In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager, DNP interviews Andrew Newland, co-founder of Functional Medicine Marketing. They discuss the importance of functional medicine in healthcare, the challenges of implementing these practices at home, and the critical role nurses play in the future of healthcare. Andrew shares insights on effective marketing strategies for function...

In this inspiring reunion episode, host Brigitte Sager, DNP, welcomes five past guests and graduates of Brigitte's Functional Medicine for Nurses program. Together, they share their personal journeys into the world of functional medicine, reflecting on the passion that drove them to start their own practices. The conversation dives deep into the realities of entrepreneurship, from overcoming roadb...

In this bonus episode , Brigitte Sager, DNP and Monique Class, MS, APRN, BC discuss the evolving landscape of Functional Nursing, focusing on the new certification processes, educational tracks, and the launch of a membership community for nurses interested in functional medicine. They emphasize the importance of nurses in the Functional Medicine movement and outline the structure of upcoming prog...

In this engaging episode host Brigitte Sager, DNP interviews Samantha Hamilton, MSN-ED, RN. Samantha shares her journey through nursing and her transition into functional medicine. From her early days as an ICU nurse in a high-need area of Milwaukee to becoming an organ procurement coordinator and eventually working as a heart failure clinician, Samantha's passion for patient education shines thro...

On this episode of The Functional Nurse Podcast, I’m diving into key insights from the recent Personal Lifestyle Medicine Institute (PLMI) conference. 🌿✨ From cutting-edge research to actionable strategies, PLMI continues to lead the way in integrating personalized lifestyle medicine into healthcare. As functional nurses and practitioners, staying ahead of these trends is essential for empowerin...

In this engaging episode, host Brigitte Sager introduces special guest Rose Acholla, MSN APRN FNP-C RN NC, an experienced ICU nurse and family nurse practitioner, who shares her inspiring journey from traditional healthcare to holistic and functional medicine. With 13 years in critical care and as an NP since 2021, Rose explains how she began to feel limited by conventional approaches in primary c...

In this bonus episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager shares exciting news for nurses interested in entrepreneurship. After listening to feedback from students in her functional medicine course, Brigitte realized that many nurses need guidance on starting their own businesses, especially in functional medicine and holistic healthcare. She discusses the challenges nurses face,...