In this episode, we trace Kate’s path from engineering to CAA, the messy middle of finding her voice, and the work of turning loss into a children's book about anesthesia. Along the way, we unpack her New Mexico CAA advocacy journey and what it means to live by design. Hear Kate's CAA story and be expanded in this Season 5 PROCESS episode.

and a HUGE Thank YOU to our Season 5 PROCESS sponsor, Harmony Anesthesia Staffing.

Harmony is CAA-owned, clinician-forward, and leading the way in the CAA locums market. Schedule your free 15-min consult and see how locums can work for you. Say 'hi' to Rad and Sasi for me when you do!

also mentioned in this episode

• Kate's NYC Billboard
• Anesthesia Dreamland website
• Night Night Sweet Child: Safe Blastoff to Anesthesia Dreamland on Amazon
• Previous PROCESS ep. 36 detailing New Mexico SB 35 (ft. Lindsey Diaz)

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Pre-AA Matters takes you behind the scenes and gives you the insight, tools, and community to meet the challenges of being a future SAA (and CAA). Pre-sale opens October 27th, but only to the waitlist. JOIN THE WAITLIST today for early access pricing and 2 digital bonuses to start your Pre-AA journey strong.

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Have you ever searched for wellness resources that truly understand what it means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant? You're not alone. Wellness Wednesday are candid conversations about the unique challenges and opportunities facing CAAs in their pursuit of sustainable wellbeing.

In this episode, we discuss the quiet tug-of-war between boundless ambition and a life that actually feels good (especially for high-achieving CAAs, SAAs, and pre-AAs trained to do more, faster, and better). We unpack the core idea, “you can do anything, but you can’t do everything”, and sit with the grief inside it. Every 'yes' creates a cascade of invisible no’s, and pretending that doesn’t hurt keeps us stuck. Naming seasons changes the game.

Whether you're a practicing CAA, AA student, or prospective applicant, this episode marks the beginning of a community-centered approach to wellness that finally names and validates your experience. Welcome in.

Attention AA Program Leaders and Educators. Learn More about bringing CAA Matters to your AA program HERE

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What happens when you refuse to choose between two seemingly opposite dreams? Brooke Ferris, CAA knows firsthand. As both a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant and a six-season veteran of the Atlanta Falcons cheerleading squad, she's lived in two worlds that many insisted couldn't coexist. Hear her story and be expanded in this Season 5 PROCESS premiere.

A HUGE 'Thank You' to the Season 5 PROCESS sponsor, Harmony Anesthesia Staffing.

Harmony is CAA-owned, clinician-forward, and leading the way in the CAA locums market. Schedule your free 15-min consult and see how locums can work for you. Say 'hi' to Rad and Sasi for me when you do!

You can now text me! Leave your email if you need a response!

Pre-AA Matters takes you behind the scenes and gives you the insight, tools, and community to meet the challenges of being a future SAA (and CAA). Pre-sale opens October 27th, but only to the waitlist. JOIN THE WAITLIST today for early access pricing and 2 digital bonuses to start your Pre-AA journey strong.

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for more CAA specific resources, exclusive content and offers.

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