Breaking Barriers: Nurse Practitioners Are Changing the Face of Healthcare

In this episode of "Roaming with Restless Women," I had the privilege of sitting down with Monica Sanford, DNP—an acute care nurse practitioner specializing in cardiology and critical care, educator, health policy advocate, and all-around force for good in healthcare. Monica’s journey is as inspiring as it is instructive: motivated by her son’s life-threatening congenital heart defect, she transformed personal adversity into a lifelong mission to improve cardiac care and access for all.

One of Monica’s central themes is the vital role nurse practitioners (NPs) play in bridging gaps in healthcare, especially for underserved populations.

In many communities, NPs are the most accessible healthcare providers, especially where physician shortages exist.

NPs often spend more time with patients, focusing on education, prevention, and the whole person—not just the disease.

Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a patient, or someone searching for purpose, Monica’s wisdom offers guidance, hope, and practical steps for making a difference.

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