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Amazing APRN Spotlight: Deidre Arms, MSN, APRN, CNP
It is my honor to nominate Deidre Arms, CNP, an influential nurse leader and dedicated nurse practitioner who has made a profound impact within the Ohio healthcare community for over 20 years. As a committed member of the OAAPN since 2011, she has demonstrated...
Amazing APRN Spotlight: Mark Yoder, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-C
All our lives, we seek people to mirror—those who are valuable, respectful, and kind. People who make us feel like we matter and are important. Mark is that person. I did not know him for long before it felt like we were old friends. Mark is very family-oriented,...
Autism Awareness Month: How Jessica Ventura, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC, PMHS Supports Families After a Diagnosis
Autism Awareness Month is a time to recognize not just the importance of understanding autism, but the people doing the work every day to support individuals and families. Jessica Ventura, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC, PMHS, at Cleveland Clinic Strongsville Family Health...
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