37 episodes

The show explores many aspects of functional medicine practice, emerging research, and the unique blessings and challenges that nurses experience when practicing functional medicine. Hosted by Brigitte Sager- a family nurse practitioner, board certified functional medicine practitioner, and the creator and lead faculty of Functional Medicine for Nurses course taught through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy in partnership with the Institute for Functional Medicine. www.fm4n.com

The Functional Nurse Podcast - Nursing in Functional Medicine Brigitte Sager, NP

    • Health & Fitness

The show explores many aspects of functional medicine practice, emerging research, and the unique blessings and challenges that nurses experience when practicing functional medicine. Hosted by Brigitte Sager- a family nurse practitioner, board certified functional medicine practitioner, and the creator and lead faculty of Functional Medicine for Nurses course taught through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy in partnership with the Institute for Functional Medicine. www.fm4n.com

    The Impact Of Imposter Syndrome On Your Nursing Practice

    The Impact Of Imposter Syndrome On Your Nursing Practice

    On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, we explore the impact of imposter syndrome on your nursing practice.
    Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator.
    To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy INCA in partnership with the Institute for Functional Medicine IFM, click here.
    Consider sharing this podcast with other nurses on your social media platforms, in a text, or listen together on this page or share this link to the website and podcast. We also now have video episodes on YouTube! 
    Be well!

    • 32 min
    My Key Takeaways From The Recent INCA Symposium

    My Key Takeaways From The Recent INCA Symposium

    On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, I share 5 key takeaways from the 2024 INCA Symposium I recently attended in Miami, FL in April. So much of what they shared is relevant to functional nurses and nurse practitioners, so tune in!
    Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator.
    To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy INCA in partnership with the Institute for Functional Medicine IFM, click here.
    Consider sharing this podcast with other nurses on your social media platforms, in a text, or listen together on this page or share this link to the website and podcast.
    Be well!

    • 15 min
    Interview with Rita Wadhwani, RN, MSN, ACNP, CNS, RNC-NIC

    Interview with Rita Wadhwani, RN, MSN, ACNP, CNS, RNC-NIC

    On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, I interview Rita Wadhwani, NP. Rita is an acute care nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, and integrative functional NP with her private practice in Southern California. We talk about everything from ayurveda to patient membership programs, but the main focus is on our common passion topic of deprescribing proton pump inhibitors and improving stomach acid and digestion for our patients. Don't miss this episode!
    You can find and follow Rita on her website and socials below:
    https://www.ibiomehealthcare.org/
    https://www.instagram.com/rita_holisticnp/ 
    https://www.tiktok.com/@ritaholisticnp 
     
    Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator.
    This episode is now available to watch via YouTube here!
    To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy INCA in partnership with the Institute for Functional Medicine IFM, click here.
    Consider sharing this podcast with other nurses on your social media platforms, in a text, or listen together on this page or share this link to the website and podcast.
    Be well!

    • 1 hr 9 min
    Exploring The WHY's Of Functional Medicine And Nursing

    Exploring The WHY's Of Functional Medicine And Nursing

    On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, we explore the WHYs of functional medicine and nursing. From knowing when to use functional medicine interventions with your patients to reflecting on your WHY you became a nurse.
    Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator.
    To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy INCA in partnership with the Institute for Functional Medicine IFM, click here.
    Consider sharing this podcast with other nurses on your social media platforms, in a text, or listen together on this page or share this link to the website and podcast.
    Be well!

    • 17 min
    Interview with Melissa Armstrong, BSN RN HWNC-BC with Holistic Health LLC

    Interview with Melissa Armstrong, BSN RN HWNC-BC with Holistic Health LLC

    In this episode, I interview Melissa Armstrong. Melissa was an RN in the conventional medical model for 11 years and transitioned into holistic medicine for illness prevention and promotion of health and wellness 2 years ago. In 2023, she opened her own Functional Health and Wellness coaching business doing online health coaching to help women overcome and heal from symptoms of chronic illness, fatigue, anxiety, and gut issues.
     
    You can find and follow Melissa on her website and socials below:
    https://www.instagram.com/holistichealthbymelissa/
    https://www.facebook.com/HolisticHealthbyMelissa
     
    Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator.
    This episode is now available to watch via YouTube here!
    To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy INCA in partnership with the Institute for Functional Medicine IFM, click here.
    Consider sharing this podcast with other nurses on your social media platforms, in a text, or listen together on this page or share this link to the website and podcast.
    Be well!

    • 54 min
    Is Functional Medicine Covered By Insurance?

    Is Functional Medicine Covered By Insurance?

    On this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, we discuss whether or not Functional Medicine is or can be covered under health insurance.
    You might also be interested in listening to this podcast regarding knowing your worth as a Functional Medicine nurse and charging accordingly: Know Your Worth As A Functional Medicine Nurse
    Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator.
    To learn more about the Functional Medicine for Nurses course offered through the Integrative Nurse Coach Academy INCA in partnership with the Institute for Functional Medicine IFM, click here.
    Consider sharing this podcast with other nurses on your social media platforms, in a text, or listen together on this page or share this link to the website and podcast.
    Be well!

    • 20 min

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