Marisol Ciovacco

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Spot Substance Use Early: A Guide for NPs

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Substance use is one of the most stigmatized health concerns—yet it’s one of the most prevalent. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime...

Breaking the Silence on the Youth Mental Health Crisis

The youth mental health crisis affecting a student.
Youth mental health is in a state of constant crisis. Whether it’s rooted in stress from school violence, the weight of academic demands, bullying,...

Q&A with Dr. Holderby: Tackling Rural Health Challenges

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Dr. Gwyneth Holderby, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, has dedicated her career to addressing the unique rural health challenges. As the Director of the Wisdom Family...

Unlock the Future of Digital Health at CES 2025

Exploring digital health at a conference.
The Digital Health Summit at CES 2025 offers a premier platform for nurse practitioners to explore how cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing healthcare and wellness....

Dear NPs, It’s Time to Find Your Joy!

An NP finds joy through painting.
The role of a nurse practitioner revolves heavily around providing the most optimal care for patients. It’s a position that constantly demands compassion, patience,...

The Telehealth Balancing Act: Benefits, Challenges, and Solutions

A nurse practitioner hosting a telehealth appointment.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many patients and healthcare providers had little choice outside of telehealth options to manage care. In 2020 alone, telehealth services...

Why Restrict NP Prescriptive Authority? Patients Deserve Better

An NP with prescriptive authority.
While NPs have prescriptive authority in several states, many are also restricted to the requirement of physician involvement. For example, Missouri regulations state that...

Why Administrative Leadership Is Essential for Today’s NPs

An NP working in administrative leadership.
Throughout the ongoing physician shortage, NPs have been on the front lines filling in the gaps to provide patient care, especially in rural areas....

85% Isn’t Enough: It’s Time for Reimbursement Reform

NPs supporting reimbursement reform.
As NPs push for autonomy, they aren’t just challenging the scope of practice limitations and required physician oversight. They are also having to maneuver...

3 Days, 1 Game-Changing Event – Don’t Miss PrimaryCareNOW!

Don't miss PrimaryCareNOW!
Get ready to connect, learn, and elevate your primary care kills at PrimaryCareNOW, a game-changing virtual conference happening November 19-21, 2024! This three-day event...