In this episode, we’re excited to welcome in LTC(ret) Jim Reed, DNP, MSNA, CRNA to shed some light on diversion and substance use disorder. They begin by discussing Jim's current activities and then delve into his background, starting with his early life in the sunny southwest. Jim shares his journey from growing up in Arizona, joining the military, and becoming an enlisted man in the Army.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

The decision to pursue anesthesia school.
Immersion and stress in military medicine.
His experiences as a special operations CRNA.
The transition from military to civilian life.
The AANA’s role in supporting healthcare providers.
Supporting veterans and confronting destructive behaviors.

About our guest: https://www.nursing.arizona.edu/jrreed1

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