Here’s my alphabet soup after my name. Registered Nurse, certified in both diabetic education and cardiac care, also hold a doctorate from Vanderbilt in exercise physiology, after obtaining a BS in biochemistry, and a masters in nursing; Nurse Practitioner is my current professional status. I see patients with various types of diabetes and thyroid problem, leptin resistance and PCOS. I was the health director of a cardiac rehab unit, and am certified by AAFA, ACSM and I have taught ACE classes to non- medical fitness instructors. Exercise and training were my first love, until I quickly learned a single mom can’t survive teaching aerobics. After I went back to school the umpteenth time I was mentored by some of the leading researchers in the field of low carb and ketogenic diets as it pertains to exercise. Some of our research has been used by top elite cyclists and CrossFit competitors. I said all that LOL to say this — you are young, articulate, and would be a perfect candidate for this type of work. You show dedication and perseverance — qualities needed to influence and inspire others. (Plus needed to survive a total of 10+ years in college)

My practice is as follows: A nurse practitioner (NP) is a registered nurse (RN) who has completed advanced education (a minimum of a master's degree) and training in the diagnosis and management of common medical conditions, including chronic illnesses. Nurse practitioners provide a broad range of health care services. They provide some of the same care provided by physicians and maintain close working relationships with physicians. An NP can serve as a patient's regular health care provider. Nurse practitioners see patients of all ages. The core philosophy of the field is individualized care. Nurse practitioners focus on patients' conditions as well as the effects of illness on the lives of the patients and their families. NPs make prevention, wellness, and patient education priorities. This can mean fewer prescriptions and less expensive treatments. Informing patients about their health care and encouraging them to participate in decisions are central to the care provided by NPs. In addition to health care services, NPs conduct research and are often active in patient advocacy activities. ( grabbed this off Wikipedia)