Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA
Barbara Ficarra RN, BSN, MPA is an award-winning journalist, media broadcaster, media spokesperson, media coach, creator/executive producer/host of Health in 30® radio show which airs live Fridays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST, broadcasts on WRCR-AM 1300 and streams live online at Healthin30.com. Health in 30® is a 30-minute show that brings listeners the latest health and medical news and information with leading guest medical experts. Barbara conducts lively, informative and engaging discussions with leaders in their fields to provide vital health information on a broad range of topics, while focusing on education and prevention; and listeners will often call-in with questions. She is also the founder and editor-in-chief of the Healthin30.com website which provides vital health information covering a broad range of topics, and it centers on education and prevention.
Articles by this Author
Lessons Learned from a Deli Counter
- By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA
- Published 11/14/2008
- Health & Fitness
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Have you ever waited a long time at the deli counter before your number
was called to be served and somehow your turn got skipped over? What
was your reaction? Did you speak up and politely let the deli person
know you were the next person to be served or did you get in a huff,
show how upset you were and you just left the line?
What Not to Do at Your Next Doctor’s Visit
- By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA
- Published 10/30/2008
- Health & Fitness
- Unrated
Heading to your doctor or nurse practitioner for your next routine health check-up? Make your next health visit a successful one by using some of these quick and easy tips.
Don't Be Confused After Leaving the ER
- By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA
- Published 10/21/2008
- Health & Fitness
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According to the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), it was reported in a recent study that 78% of patients do not fully understand discharge instructions they receive in the emergency department, and sadly the majority of patients do not understand what the doctors told them. Why? They don't ask questions.
The Other Side of the Stethoscope – Why Being a Patient Advocate is Critical
- By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA
- Published 10/1/2008
- Health & Fitness
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Dodging your responsibility as a patient advocate for you or your family member could have devastating results.
As a health care professional on the front lines of the health care system, I understand exactly how important it is for patients and their families to take charge and be an advocate for their health. In my role as an administrative head nurse I always encourage patients and family members to always be proactive in their health care.
Do You Have a To-Do List?
- By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA
- Published 09/19/2008
- The Laws of Leadership
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It’s time I step away from the insider medical tips for now and focus
on a something a little different. After all, no one really wants to
think about being in a hospital. So I’m putting my tips to the side for
this one post and I am imploring you for your expert tips. This new
topic almost seems silly, but its one I’m really struggling with.“The List.” Whatever you want to call it, it’s the never-ending “to-do list.” I’m sure most of us have one. My to-do list is so long I could probably start wall papering one of the rooms with it.
10 Ways to Stay Safe in the Hospital
- By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA
- Published 09/13/2008
- Health & Fitness
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Medical mistakes unfortunately do happen in hospitals and shockingly, it is reported that 238,337 patients died from potentially preventable medical errors during 2004 through 2006, according to HealthGrades' fifth annual Patient Safety in American Hospitals Study. The good news is that you can be proactive in your health and help eliminate these medical mistakes.
Is Hollywood Your Health Educator?
- By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA
- Published 09/7/2008
- Health & Fitness
- Unrated
Hollywood is hot for drama, and when it comes to portraying a person having a heart attack it can be misleading. Gasping, struggling for a breath, holding the chest as if it is about to explode or clenching an arm tightly all make for great dramatic TV. But the reality is that sometimes the signs of a heart attack are so subtle the person experiencing an attack may ignore it, or may not realize that discomfort in the jaw, neck or back can signal a heart attack.
Shopping for a Smoother Face
- By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA
- Published 09/3/2008
- Health & Fitness
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Shopping for Botox, laser skin rejuvenation, the Mesotherapy? Now you can get the treatment of your choice at your favorite mall. But before you make that impulse buy you may want to do a little research. Navigating the ER - 12 Tips to Help Ease the Chaos
- By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA
- Published 08/30/2008
- Health & Fitness
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Emergency rooms, also known as emergency departments are chaotic and
can be frightening and overwhelming. In the very fast paced and
frenzied ED environment understanding information can be difficult. The
communication process can be hindered in a setting that often seems
confusing and unruly.
As a registered nurse who has been on both sides of the ED, as an administrative head nurse and as a family member, here are some simple tips to help you ease the chaos:
