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Our NP Primary Care Bootcamp will prepare you for real-world patient scenarios

Upcoming Primary Care Bootcamps:

September 30th& October 1st, 2023
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Been out of the game? Feeling rusty? Just graduated? Afraid of missing something?

Our revolutionary Primary Care Bootcamp will prepare you for real-world patient scenarios

  • Apply knowledge learned in school to diagnose and treat with confidence.
  • Learn the red flags to watch out for.
  • We give you the documentation template you need to keep your charting on point.

Our Primary Care Bootcamp lectures include the following (Click to View All Primary Care Bootcamp Lectures):

  1. Approach to the patient with a Headache
  2. Approach to the patient with GI pain
  3. Approach to the patient with Back pain
  4. Approach to the patient with Neck pain
More Lectures

OUR PRIMARY CARE BOOTCAMP IS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR
NURSE PRACTITIONERS…

New grads who are just heading out in the field, or experienced NPs who just need a little refresher

Get the tools you need to know how to accurately diagnose, treat and watch out for red flags

Learn More About the Primary Care Bootcamp

We Don’t Just Teach

We Practice What We Preach

We get it. We see patients every day. In our primary care practice, EG Healthcare, our NPs take care of over 20,000 patients. So we know EXACTLY what it feels like to be in your shoes, and we designed this program directly from our experience in the real world.

INSTRUCTORS

Efrat LaMandre
Primary Care Provider • FNP-C

Efrat LaMandre owns and operates her Medical practice, EG Healthcare, which provides pediatric, adult, and geriatric care to over 20,000 patients. Dr. E is co-chair of the Staten Island Hospital Board of Trustees. She serves as the President of the Nurse Practitioner Association State Board.

Gina LaMandre
PA-C

Gina LaMandre PA-C is a professor and coordinator of Didactic Education at Monmouth University for the physician assistant program. In addition to teaching Physician Assistant, she is also a frequent guest lecturer for the nurse practitioner program at Wagner College. Prior to her position at Monmouth University, she was the director of clinical education for one of the largest PA programs in the country,  at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Clinically she worked at Robert Wood Johnson Emergency Department for ten years and in a Community Health Clinic for the Underserved Population for 6  years.

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Another recipe from our team! Tofu and Vegetable Curry Ingredients: 4 oz. extra-firm tofu, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., broccoli, cauliflower, bell peppers, carrots, etc.), chopped 1/4 cup black soybeans 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup coconut milk 1 tbsp red curry paste 1/4 tsp garlic powder Salt and black pepper to taste Instructions: -Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. -Add the tofu and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until browned on all sides. -Add the mixed vegetables and black soybeans to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. -In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, red curry paste, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. -Pour the sauce over the stir-fry and toss until well coated. -Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. -Serve the tofu and vegetable curry immediately. -Comment Below if you made this recipe! #food #Recipe #tkm #theknewmethod #efratlamandre #integrativemedicine #functionalmedicine #AIP #Yum #commentbelow

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Period. Inflammation is one of the leading causes of disease in the world. Bringing down your inflammation not only reduces your risk of heart disease but of all diseases. It is never too early to start preventative measure to keep your body healthy for a better future. Take a listen to Dr. E and Dr. Spagnolas full discussion on how you can start taking care of your heart health today! Visit http://theknewmethod.com/fbcholesterol now!

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Another recipe from our team! 🐟🥒 Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Bites Ingredients: 1 cucumber, sliced 4 oz smoked salmon 1/4 cup plain coconut yogurt 1 Tbsp chopped dill 1 tsp lemon juice 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp Himalayan salt Instructions: -In a bowl, mix the plain coconut yogurt, chopped dill, lemon juice, black pepper, and Himalayan salt. -Spread a small amount of the yogurt mixture on each cucumber slice. -Top each cucumber slice with a small piece of smoked salmon. -Serve the smoked salmon and cucumber bites immediately. -Comment Below if you made this recipe! #food #Recipe #tkm #theknewmethod #efratlamandre #integrativemedicine #functionalmedicine #AIP #Yum #commentbelow

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Ever wished you could turn back the clock so to feel great again? Are those birthdays starting to feel like a countdown? Relax, there’s no need to stress! You may not be able to turn back time, but you can rewrite your biology and redefine your health. Imagine being 50 and feeling even better than when you were 30. It's all about taking control of your health, making some lifestyle changes, and getting back that amazing feeling, no matter how old you are. Your age in years? It's just a number - that’s your chronological age. What truly matters is arriving at your best biological age where everyday is a new chance to live life to the fullest! So get ready to discover the secrets to feeling great, even as you get older. It's time to change the way we think about getting older. Join Dr. E live on Tuesday, September 26 at 12 pm EST as she talks about how you can take control of your health and enjoy it every moment.

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Another recipe from our team! 🫑 Roasted Red Pepper Dip with Almonds and Garlic Ingredients: 1 cup roasted red peppers (from a jar or homemade) 1/2 cup raw almonds 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: -Preheat oven to 350°F. -Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden. -In a food processor or blender, combine the roasted red peppers, toasted almonds, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. -Process until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. -Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then transfer to a bowl and serve with your favorite vegetables. -Comment Below if you made this recipe! #food #Recipe #tkm #theknewmethod #efratlamandre #integrativemedicine #functionalmedicine #AIP #Yum #commentbelow

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