The Functional Nurse Academy Podcast

Melissa Schreibfeder
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Melissa Schreibfeder, BSN, RN, BC-FMP, founder of the Functional Nurse Academy, hosts The Functional Nurse Academy Podcast, where she provides practical education in functional medicine and business strategy for nurses ready to practice differently. Each episode features a variety of clinical insights, real-world application, and inspiring success stories from FNA graduates who are building thriving functional practices. 

  1. 4d ago

    Developing a Functional Psychology Framework as a Nurse: Kim's Story

    This Episode is Brought to you by Functional Nurse Academy In this episode of the Functional Nurse Academy Podcast, I’m joined by Rev. Kimberly Carter, RN, BC-FMP, BC-FHNC, a Functional Nurse Academy graduate, to explore her journey from nursing to developing her Functional Psychology framework, The Carter Algorithm. Kim shares how her approach examines the underlying beliefs and protective behaviors that can keep people stuck in recurring patterns of self-sabotage, even when they want to change. We discuss trauma, identity, nervous system stress, and the mind-body connection, along with the roles of faith, forgiveness, and self-reflection in healing. Guest Links: www.conscioushealthsolutionsllc.com https://www.tiktok.com/@conscioushealthso Functional Nurse Academy is the nation’s leading and most comprehensive functional nursing education program for LPNs, RNs, and NPs Founded in 2022 by Melissa Schreibfeder, BSN, RN, BC-FMP. Melissa’s training for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com Join Melissa live at her next webinar for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com/webinar-registration Melissa’s next live webinar for all other healthcare professionals and certified health and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com/webinar-registration Training for all healthcare professionals and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com  This show is also syndicated every Tuesday at 10am EST on The Nurses Report on America Out Loud Talk Radio

  2. Sep 25

    Specializing in Healthy Aging and Performance as a Functional Nurse: Kristina’s Story

    This Episode is Brought to you by Functional Nurse Academy  I’m joined by Functional Nurse Academy graduate Kristina Morros, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), functional health coach, and founder of Paddle Performance Health and Get Healthy or Get Dead. We discuss how she helps clients pursue healthy aging and explore the roles of sleep, nutrition, movement, hydration, stress management, gut and thyroid health, and informed healthcare decisions in supporting performance, recovery, and long-term wellness.  Guest Links: · https://paddleperformancehealth.com/ · https://gethealthyorgetdead.com/ · https://gethealthyorgetdead.substack.com/ · https://facet58consultants.com/ Functional Nurse Academy is the nation’s leading and most comprehensive functional nursing education program for LPNs, RNs, and NPs Founded in 2022 by Melissa Schreibfeder, BSN, RN, BC-FMP. Melissa’s training for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com Join Melissa live at her next webinar for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com/webinar-registration Melissa’s next live webinar for all other healthcare professionals and certified health and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com/webinar-registration Training for all healthcare professionals and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com  This show is also syndicated every Tuesday at 10am EST on The Nurses Report on America Out Loud Talk Radio

  3. Sep 16

    Lyme Disease, Mold Illness and Emerging Therapies with Dr. Eric Potter

    This Episode is Brought to you by Functional Nurse Academy In today’s episode of the Functional Nurse Academy Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Eric Potter, MD, IFMCP, founder of Sanctuary Functional Medicine, to discuss chronic Lyme disease, mold-related illness, and the growing recognition of chronic Lyme by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. We explore why Lyme disease can be so complex, its potential connection to mold illness, emerging treatment strategies, and Dr. Potter’s concerns regarding the development of new Lyme disease vaccines. Guest Links https://sanctuaryfunctionalmedicine.com/ https://www.facebook.com/SanctuaryFunctionalMedicine https://www.instagram.com/sanctuaryfunctionalmed/ Melissa’s training for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com Join Melissa live at her next webinar for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com/webinar-registration Melissa’s next live webinar for all other healthcare professionals and certified health and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com/webinar-registration Training for all healthcare professionals and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com  This show is also syndicated every Tuesday at 10am EST on The Nurses Report on America Out Loud Talk Radio

  4. Sep 9

    From Functional Nurse to Food-System Innovator: Functional Ingredients and Optimal Nutrition — Lillian’s Story

    This Episode is Brought to you by Functional Nurse Academy  Many foods marketed as “clean,” “natural,” or “high-protein” may not provide the ingredient quality or nutritional value consumers expect. Melissa talks with Functional Nurse Academy graduate Lillian Mueller about evaluating nutrition labels, choosing high-quality protein sources, and incorporating functional ingredients that support women’s nutrition. Lillian also shares how she combined her nursing experience, functional medicine education, and entrepreneurial vision to co-found MÜV+Her, a protein bar brand created specifically for women. This conversation offers practical nutrition guidance while showing functional nurses how their expertise can extend beyond traditional practice and inspire innovative approaches to improving the food system.  Guest links: Website >>     muvbars.com Facebook Instagram: @muv_her Listeners can use code FNA10 for 10% off their first MÜV+Her order at muvbars.com. Melissa’s training for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com Join Melissa live at her next webinar for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com/webinar-registration Melissa’s next live webinar for all other healthcare professionals and certified health and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com/webinar-registration Training for all healthcare professionals and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com  This show is also syndicated every Tuesday at 10am EST on The Nurses Report on America Out Loud Talk Radio

  5. Sep 1

    Dr. Peter McCullough on Viral Prevention & Spike Protein Detox: What Functional Nurses Need to Know

    This episode is brought to you by The Functional Nurse Academy In today's episode I sit down with Dr. Peter McCullough, MD, MPH, to discuss what functional nurses need to know about COVID-19, vaccine injury, and persistent spike protein. Dr. McCullough explains his approach to evaluating and addressing persistent spike protein, including strategies involving nattokinase, bromelain, curcumin, NAC, nutrition, and other supportive therapies. We also discuss practical ways functional nurses can help clients reduce their risk of viral illness, including respiratory hygiene, prevention strategies, and comprehensive assessment of COVID infection and vaccination history. Dr. McCullough shares his perspective on how functional nurses can play an important role in helping individuals struggling with persistent symptoms while supporting prevention and overall health.  Guest Links: Dr. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, https://petermcculloughmd.com/ Chief Scientific Officer, The Wellness Company www.twc.health/courage President, McCullough Foundation, www.mcculloughfnd.org Author, FOCAL POINTS, https://www.thefocalpoints.com/ Author, Courage to Face COVID-19:  Preventing Hospitalization and Death While Battling the Bio-Pharmaceutical Complex and NYT Best Seller Vaccines:  Mythology, Ideology, and Reality Dr McCullough’s bibliography is kept at the National Center for Biotechnology Information https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/peter.mccullough.1/bibliography/public/ Melissa’s training for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com  Join Melissa live at her next webinar for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com/webinar-registration  Melissa’s next live webinar for all other healthcare professionals and certified health and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com/webinar-registration Training for all healthcare professionals and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com  This show is also syndicated every Tuesday at 10am EST on The Nurses Report on America Out Loud Talk Radio

  6. Aug 26

    Helping Women Thrive in Midlife Through Functional Wellness & Frequency-Specific Microcurrent Therapy — Michele’s Story

    This episode is brought to you by The Functional Nurse Academy Melissa sits down with FNA graduate Michele Kostedt, BSN, RN, HWBC-BC, founder of Holistic Wellness and Coaching, to discuss why women in midlife may benefit from addressing the foundations of health before focusing exclusively on hormones or medications. Together, they explore gut health, inflammation, individualized hormone therapy, oral versus transdermal estrogen, and cyclic versus continuous approaches to hormone replacement. Michele also shares her journey from skepticism to exploring frequency-specific microcurrent and sound therapy, including how she views these modalities through a Christian perspective. She discusses the success she is experiencing in her functional wellness business and how she supports women through her Designed to Thrive course and ongoing wellness membership, both offered virtually to women across all 50 states. Guest Links:  Website: holisticwellnessandcoaching.com Course: holisticwellnessandcoaching.com/designed2thrive Free sound therapy session: innervoice.holisticwellnessandcoaching.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michelekostedt https://www.instagram.com/holistic_wellness_and_coaching/  Melissa’s training for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com  Join Melissa live at her next webinar for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com/webinar-registration  Melissa’s next live webinar for all other healthcare professionals and certified health and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com/webinar-registration Training for all healthcare professionals and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com  This show is also syndicated every Tuesday at 10am EST on The Nurses Report on America Out Loud Talk Radio

  7. Aug 20

    What Nurses Should Know: Fauci’s Texts, Pregnancy Data & Vaccine Policy Changes

    This episode is brought to you by The Functional Nurse Academy In this episode I examine the major shift underway in U.S. vaccine policy following President Trump’s new Gold Standard Childhood Vaccine Recommendations, including changes to the childhood vaccine schedule and a greater emphasis on parental choice and individualized decision-making. The episode also explores newly released communications involving Dr. Anthony Fauci and revisits the evidence surrounding COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy, including government data base safety signals, animal reproductive data, and Pfizer’s pregnancy trial. I examine what the available evidence does and does not establish, particularly regarding vaccination during the first trimester. The episode highlights the importance of transparency, informed consent, medical freedom, and continued evaluation of vaccine safety.  Melissa’s training for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com  Join Melissa live at her next webinar for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com/webinar-registration  Melissa’s next live webinar for all other healthcare professionals and certified health and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com/webinar-registration Training for all healthcare professionals and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com  This show is also syndicated every Tuesday at 10am EST on The Nurses Report on America Out Loud Talk Radio

  8. Aug 12

    Specializing in Nervous System Regulation & Women’s Health as a Functional Nurse: Christin’s Story

    This episode is brought to you by The Functional Nurse Academy In this episode, I welcome functional nurse Christin Smoot to discuss her journey from critical care nursing burnout to helping women restore their health through functional and holistic care. Christin shares how overcoming PCOS, PMDD, thyroid dysfunction, and migraines inspired her to pursue her career as a functional medicine nurse and somatic coach.  Together, we explore the importance of nutrient status, metabolic health, nervous system regulation, and root-cause approaches for women's hormonal health. We also discuss how simple interventions—from optimizing nutrition to breathwork—can create profound healing and why women deserve more comprehensive care than symptom management alone. Guest website: https://www.sacredsomaticwellness.love/christinsmoot  Melissa’s training for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com  Join Melissa live at her next webinar for nurses www.functionalnurseacademy.com/webinar-registration  Melissa’s next live webinar for all other healthcare professionals and certified health and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com/webinar-registration Training for all healthcare professionals and wellness coaches www.christianfma.com  This show is also syndicated every Tuesday at 10am EST on The Nurses Report on America Out Loud Talk Radio

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Melissa Schreibfeder, BSN, RN, BC-FMP, founder of the Functional Nurse Academy, hosts The Functional Nurse Academy Podcast, where she provides practical education in functional medicine and business strategy for nurses ready to practice differently. Each episode features a variety of clinical insights, real-world application, and inspiring success stories from FNA graduates who are building thriving functional practices. 

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