In this episode of Mindful Moments with Pedro Morante, we sit down with Dr. Stephen A. Ferrara, Immediate Past President of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the inaugural Associate Dean of Artificial Intelligence at Columbia University School of Nursing. With over two decades of clinical and policy leadership, Dr. Ferrara has helped shape the landscape of modern nursing — from leading the passage of New York’s NP Modernization Act to pioneering discussions on the ethical and practical integration of AI in healthcare. Together, Pedro and Stephen explore how nurse practitioners and healthcare leaders can embrace innovation without losing sight of the human connection that defines healing. Tune in as they discuss:💡 The promise and challenges of AI in healthcare💬 Lessons from Dr. Ferrara’s leadership with AANP❤️ Balancing evidence-based practice with empathy and presence🌍 What the future of healthcare could look like when technology and compassion coexist This is a must-listen episode for nurses, clinicians, students, and anyone passionate about the mindful evolution of modern medicine. 🗓️ Catch new episodes of Mindful Moments every week on Spotify, YouTube, and other streaming platforms. #MindfulMoments #PedroMorante #DrStephenFerrara #AIinHealthcare #NursePractitioners #MindfulLeadership