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Go Ask A Nurse“Nursing the Future” Dr. Stefanie Leyden on turning experience into innovation.
Stefanie Leyden was born and raised in Lincoln, NE. She obtained her BSN from Union College in 2002 and worked at Bryan Hospital in the ER and ICU for over 11 years. During that time, she completed a Master's in Forensics at Wesleyan University in 2007. She became certified as a sexual assault nurse examiner and worked closely with law enforcement and advocacy agencies for victims of assault. She continues some medicolegal work with attorneys as a consultant on malpractice cases today. After
leaving the hospital she spent 6 years doing hospice care in both Lincoln and Omaha. In 2019, she completed a Master's of...
2025-11-0228 minGo Ask A NurseEpisode 9: "Nursing Career Guide: from Student to Healthcare Hero" Guest: President of NNA - Dr. Linda Hardy
Dr. Linda Hardy, PhD, MSN, BSN, CNE, CTN-A, is a highly respected nurse educator and leader with 49 years of nursing experience. She began her career after earning her nursing diploma from Bryan School of Nursing in 1976 and went on to complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (2001) and a Master of Science in Nursing (2003) from Nebraska Wesleyan University. In 2009, she achieved national recognition as a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) through the National League for Nursing and earned the Certified Transcultural Nurse-Advanced (CTN-A) credential from the Transcultural Nursing Society. Dr. Hardy later earned her PhD in Nursing Education, along with a...
2025-08-231h 04Go Ask A NurseEpisode 6: Precision, Compassion, and the Fight Against Cancer" Guest: Dr. John Cuaron
"Dr. Cuaron is a radiation oncologist who cares for people with gastrointestinal, breast, brain, spinal tumors, and rectal cancer. He sees patients at Memorial Sloan Kettering Commack on Long Island in New York. He also serves as the Lead Service Chief of the regional network at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK). Dr. Cuaron has the privilege of overseeing the regional network operations and working to ensure that patients receive the highest quality of care at every MSK location. Treating cancer is a team effort —He states, " I never work in a vacuum. I partner with my colleagues in medical an...
2025-08-1836 minGo Ask A NurseEpisode 1: “Hits, Headaches, Sports Injuries and everywhere in between through the eyes of a Neurosurgeon” Guest: Dr. Steve Gogela, Medical Doctor (MD), NeurosurgeonDr. Steve Gogela is a leading neurosurgeon and third-generation physician carrying forward a proud family tradition that began with his grandfather, Dr. Louis Gogela, Sr., in 1950. Dr. Steve Gogela graduated Summa Cum Laude from Saint Louis University, earned his medical degree with High Distinction from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine, and completed his neurosurgery residency at the University of Cincinnati. He specializes in spine surgery, brain surgery, and peripheral nerve procedures
2025-08-1621 minGo Ask A NurseEpisode 8: Beyond the Diagnosis: Conversations on Cancer Care, Advances in Cancer Treatment and Research" Guest: Dr. Steve Dunder MDDr. Dunder is board-certified in hematology and oncology. He attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for his undergraduate degree and received his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He did his residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center and his fellowship in hematology and oncology at the Medical University of South Carolina.
Dr. Dunder is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology, the Nebraska Medical Association, the Lancaster County Medical Society, and is an affiliate member of the UNMC Eppley Cancer Center. His other professional a...
2025-08-1637 minGo Ask A NurseEpisode 7: "Empowering Confidence" Guest: Dr. Gregory Buford MD, FACS, PCEODr. Gregory A. Buford is Board Certified in Plastic Surgery and is a nationally recognized expert on minimally invasive facial rejuvenation as well as both primary and secondary breast enhancement. He has personally performed over 6000 procedures with a variety of liquid face-lift products and is recognized by Allergan as a Diamond Provider, signifying that he is ranked among the TOP 1% of BOTOX ® injectors in the nation. In addition, he is a nationally recognized Master trainer for the Allergan Facial Portfolio (Juvederm / Voluma / Vollure / Volbella / BOTOX/ Latisse) and trains other medical practitioners in advanced injection techniques. He is also a nationally r...
2025-08-161h 18Go Ask A NurseEpisode 5: Functional Medicine Guest: Dr. Seema Patel, MD, MPH, IFMCPDr. Seema Patel, MD, MPH is a board-certified family physician with over thirty years of clinical experience. She obtained her medical degree from The Ohio State University, College of Medicine, and her Master’s in Public Health from the University of Michigan. She is a certified practitioner of the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFMCP). She has worked as an integrative physician for over ten years in Philadelphia before transitioning to The Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine, where she worked for more than 7 years. She opened her own practice, Healing Family Functional Medicine, two years ago. She speaks locally, regionally, and n...
2025-08-1646 minGo Ask A NurseEpisode 4: “Foot Forward: Physical Therapy, Prevention & Performance” Guest: Joshua Bailey PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, CPedJoshua Bailey completed his MPT and DPT degrees at Shenandoah University. He is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Board Certified Pediatrist, as well as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Rehabilitation Associates of Central Virginia, a 17-site orthopedic physical therapy center, is based in Central Virginia, where he practices managing foot and ankle cases. He is an invited speaker or adjunct faculty member at several physical therapy schools, as well as a contributor to a Foot and Ankle Fellowship. Dr. Bailey provides clinical education courses on foot and ankle topics...
2025-08-1648 minGo Ask A NurseEpisode 3: “The Healing of Acupuncture” Guest: Betsy DeGrandi, LAc, MSBetsy DeGrandi, an experienced and deeply compassionate acupuncturist who specializes in blending Eastern and Western acupuncture techniques to achieve optimal outcomes for her patients. Betsy trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine at Pacific College in San Diego and completed advanced studies in Motor Point Acupuncture and Sports Medicine through the University of California, San Diego.
Over her 25-year career working in hospitals, clinics, and with veterans, Betsy has developed a unique dual approach that allows her to effectively support cancer patients during chemotherapy and radiation, manage acute and chronic pain, help with autoimmune conditions, and address mental health issues like anxiety...
2025-08-1626 minGo Ask A NurseEpisode 2: “Breaking down how to read food labels, what ingredients to avoid, and how to make better choices without being overwhelmed.” Guest: Angela Manzitto, PA (Physician Assistant)
Angela Manzitto, PA, has over 20 years of experience in health care. After
many years in family practice, she became passionate about preventive medicine. She
grew frustrated with the traditional Western model that focuses on treating symptoms with
medications rather than addressing the root cause of illness. She believes true health begins
with what we put into our bodies, and that healing requires a multifaceted approach—one
that incorporates diet, exercise, mindset, and the powerful principles of the law of
attraction. Her mission is to empower people to live vibrant, healthy lives, free from disease, and to
experience every day to th...
2025-08-1654 minGo Ask A NurseEpisode 1: “Hits, Headaches, Sports Injuries and everywhere in between through the eyes of a Neurosurgeon” Guest: Dr. Steve Gogela, Medical Doctor (MD), Neurosurgeon “Hits, Headaches, Sports Injuries and everywhere in between through the eyes of a Neurosurgeon” Guest: Dr. Steve Gogela, Medical Doctor (MD), Neurosurgeon
2025-08-1621 minGo Ask A NurseGo Ask A Nurse IntroWelcome to Go Ask A Nurse Podcast. This is a brief introduction. Please Visit GoAskANurse.com to share any topics you would like covered.
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