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TagThe Rise of Functional Medicine: Root-Cause Healthcare for Chronic Conditions
The number of functional medicine (FM) practitioners in the U.S. has seen a dramatic rise, climbing from approximately 5,000 in 2010 to around 40,000 by 2020. Industry projections indicate continued growth in both employment opportunities and comp…
Why Nursing Policy Issues Matter More Than Ever in 2025
The United States has over three million registered nurses, and their role in healthcare policy has never been more significant. Healthcare delivery nationwide would revolutionize if just 10% of these nurses participated in policy making.
The A…
How Advanced Care Providers Can Turn Research into Better Patient Outcomes [2025 Guide]
The United States faces a critical physician shortage of up to 86,000 doctors by 2036, creating an unprecedented challenge in healthcare delivery. In fact, with 20% of clinical physicians already over 65 and another 22% approaching retirement age,…
The Most In-Demand Specialties for NPs and PAs in 2024
As we near the end of 2024, the roles of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) have become increasingly vital in the healthcare system. With a growing emphasis on accessible, high-quality patient care, these professionals are st…
The Job Market for Nurses Today: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Future
The nursing profession has always been a cornerstone of the healthcare system, and today, its significance is more pronounced than ever. The job market for nurses is experiencing remarkable shifts driven by global health challenges, an aging popul…
Educating APPS in Pain Management – A Needs Assessment
Education for APPs Healthcare Clinicians
There is well-documented evidence of the need for increased pain management education for physicians (Shipton, et al., 2018; Tran, et al., 2018). The Institute of Medicine (Institute of Medicine, 2011) and…
The Benefits of Interprofessional Collaboration in Healthcare
Interprofessional collaboration in healthcare refers to the cooperative practice of professionals from various disciplines working together to provide comprehensive patient care. This approach is becoming increasingly important in today’s complex …
How to Thrive as a Family Nurse Practitioner: Skills and Demand Analysis
Family nurse practitioners have the opportunity to operate with significantly more autonomy than traditional registered nurses. Yet (as Spiderman once said) with more autonomy comes more responsibility.
Nurse practitioners are required to achie…
The Role of Advanced Practice Nurses in Modern Healthcare
Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) have become increasingly vital in today’s healthcare landscape, playing a crucial role in bridging gaps in patient care and improving overall health outcomes. As the healthcare industry evolves to meet growing deman…
Mental Health Support Strategies for Healthcare Personnel
On the surface, nursing jobs meet so many of the criteria that lead to workplace satisfaction. They can elevate a person’s community standing. Most people recognize and appreciate the services of all healthcare workers, but perhaps none more than …