The Functional Nurse Academy Podcast
Melissa Schreibfeder, BSN, RN, BC-FMP, founder of the Functional Nurse Academy, hosts The Functional Nurse Academy Podcast, where she provides practical education in functional medicine and business strategy for nurses ready to practice differently. Each episode features a variety of clinical insights, real-world application, and inspiring success stories from FNA graduates who are building thriving functional practices.
Episodes
33 episodes
Specializing in Neuro Emotional Technique as a Functional Nurse: Beth’s Story
Claim your free Functional Nurse Starter KitMelissa is joined by functional nurse Beth Ereio, founder of Functional Health Partners and graduate of the Functional Nurse Academy...
Practicing Functional Medicine within Nursing Scope
🎁Claim your free Functional Nurse Starter KitIn this episode of the Functional Nurse Academy Podcast, Melissa Schreibfeder, BSN, RN, BC-FMP, explores the rapid rise of function...
How Herbalism and Functional Medicine Transformed Her Nursing Career: Cassidee’s Story
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyMelissa is joined by functional nurse Cassidee Weaver, founder of Cassidee Weaver | Functional Wellness PLLC, to discuss her j...
The Hidden Impact of Toxic Exposures on Health: Koral’s Story
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse Academy In this episode, I’m joined by functional nurse Koral Worsham, founder of Redeeming Roots Functional Medicine. We discus...
Lyme Disease and Chronic Fatigue: Connecting the Dots
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyAn often overlooked cause of chronic fatigue is chronic Lyme disease—a complex condition that is frequently missed in conventi...
Yoga: Wellness Routine or Spiritual Practice?
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyIs yoga really just stretching—or is there more beneath the surface? While it’s widely promoted for stress relief and flexibi...
The Therapeutic Potential of Ivermectin
Melissa is joined by Dr. Heather Gessling, MD to discuss the clinical use and emerging research surrounding Ivermectin, an affordable medication that has gained significant attention in recent years. They discuss its potential roles in immune m...
The Connection Between Trauma and Physical Illness: Sarah’s Story
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyIn this episode, Functional Medicine Nurse Sarah Waycaster shares her powerful journey from being unable to walk for nine mont...
Specializing in ADHD and Autism as a Functional Nurse: Chelsey's Story
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse Academy Autism rates in the U.S. are skyrocketing, and functional medicine offers a holistic approach to addressing potential r...
Restoring the Gut–Immune Connection to Heal Food Sensitivities and Allergies: Bonnie’s Story
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyMelissa is joined by functional nurse Bonnie Ridge, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, PHN, BC-FMP, CTP, HHP, CHC to dive deep into the wo...
The Root Cause Approach to Thyroid and Autoimmunity with Dr. Izabella Wentz
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyIn this episode, Melissa is joined by one of FNA's top referenced experts Dr. Izabella Wentz, PharmD, to explore the root caus...
From Healing Diverticulitis to Becoming a Functional Gut Health Nurse: Krysti’s Story
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyThe gut microbiome plays a foundational role in overall health, influencing digestion, immunity, mood, and inflammation. Howev...
Spiritual Rx: Biblical Prescriptions for Health
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyIn this episode, I explore the powerful intersection of biblical healing and modern science. From the healing ministry of Jesu...
Healing at the Cellular Level: HBOT, Ozone, and Functional Neurology
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyMelissa is joined by Dr. Justin Dearing DC, DACNB, FIAMA, FAARM founder of the Dearing Clinic to explore a powerful, integrati...
How a Functional Nurse Approaches the Gut–Hormone Connection: Meghan's Story
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyIn this episode, Melissa is joined by functional nurse Meghan Cosgrove, founder of Steadfast Functional Health. Together, they...
How Frequency Therapies Can Support Healing
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse Academy In this episode Melissa is joined by Anna Aycock CNC, CLEC founder of DesiNou LLC. Together, they explore how stre...
Specializing in Metabolic Health as a Functional Nurse: Secily's Story
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyMelissa is joined by functional nurse Secily Krehbiel, founder of Optimal Functional Health in Austin, Texas. In thi...
Specializing in Peptides NAD and Exosomes as a Functional Nurse: Liz’s Story
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyIn this episode I am joined by functional nurse Liz Sandt, RN, BC-FMP, founder of Elevate Wellness, a private functional medic...
Healing Autoimmunity Through Christ-Centered Functional Medicine: Anna’s Story
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyIn this episode, I’m joined by functional nurse Anna Streisselberger, founder of Thresh Mountains Health, a virtual practice ...
Specializing in Complex Pediatric Cases as a Functional Nurse: Danielle’s Story
This episode is brought to you by Functional Nurse AcademyMelissa is joined by functional nurse Danielle Friend, who shares how her children’s complex health challenges led her to unc...
Healing Chronic Illness by Rewiring the Brain and Restoring the Gut : Karen's Story
👉Connect with Melissa at her next free webinar on how to start a functional nurse business In today’s episode, Melissa is joined by functional nurse Kar...
Helping Clients Reduce Toxins and Restore Health as a Functional Nurse: Lindsey’s Story
👉Connect with Melissa at her next free webinar on how to start a functional nurse business In today’s episode, Melissa is joined by functional nurse Lin...
Specializing in Fertility as a Functional Nurse: Alyssa's story
In this episode, Melissa is joined by functional nurse Alyssa Finley, founder of Balance and Bloom Holistic Wellness. Together, they discuss Alyssa’s personal journey from chronic illness and infertility to discovering root-cause healing throug...
Healing Seizures with the Ketogenic Diet: Food as Medicine for the Brain
Joining me today is Aly, also known as “The Realistic RN” a former ER and travel nurse who developed a seizure disorder and was left with no answers from the medical system beyond lifelong medication. After experiencing medical gaslighting Aly ...
From Biotoxin Illness to Functional Nurse in a Leading Functional Medicine Practice: Holly’s Story
I’m joined by functional nurse Holly Nidifer, who shares how she healed from biotoxin illness—including chronic Lyme disease and mold toxicity—and the remarkable journey that led her from conventional hospital-based nursing to a purpose-driven ...