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Hypertension Resistant To Treatment Podcast with Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC

Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, APNP, FNP-BChypertensionresistanttotreatment.com

Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast

Led by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-C (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=tonya+breaux-shropshire), our podcast is dedicated to enhancing hypertension management by empowering both patients and healthcare providers. 


We provide evidence-based strategies and educational content to support shared decision-making and improve blood pressure control. Our focus is on equipping healthcare professionals, particularly nurse practitioners, with the necessary tools and knowledge to guide patients effectively. 

Join us as we work together to navigate the complexities of resistant hypertension and strive for better health outcomes.


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Episodes

Baby Aspirin Daily: Do You Know the Benefits and Risks?

Baby Aspirin Daily: Do You Know the Benefits and Risks? Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers with the necessar...

Jun 13, 202512 min

What to Expect From the Renal Denervation Procedure?

What to Expect From the Renal Denervation Procedure? Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers with the necessary t...

May 28, 202519 min

Hypertension & Sex: What You Need to Know

Hypertension & Sex: What You Need to Know Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers with the necessary tools an...

May 18, 20255 min

Is Renal Denervation the Cure for Hypertension? Discover Who Really Benefits

Is Renal Denervation the Cure for Hypertension? Discover Who Really Benefits In this Hypertension Resistant to Treatment episode, we discuss renal denervation and early study results. Tune in for information on the right patient for this procedure and what primary care providers, specialists, and care teams should know before making a referral. Join us as we explore: Patient selection criteria – What makes someone an ideal candidate for renal denervation? Interviews with interventional specialis...

May 13, 20259 minEp. 109

Renal Denervation: A New Hope for Hypertension

Renal Denervation: A New Hope for Hypertension. In this Hypertension Resistant to Treatment episode, we discuss renal denervation and a early study results. Tune in for information on the right patient for this procedure and what primary care providers, specialists, and care teams should know before making a referral. Join us as we explore: Patient selection criteria – What makes someone an ideal candidate for renal denervation? Interviews with interventional specialists – Hear from providers wh...

Apr 14, 20256 minEp. 108

Renal Denervation: Newest Non-Drug Treatment for Hypertension

Renal Denervation: Newest Non-Drug Treatment for Hypertension. In this Hypertension Resistant to Treatment episode, we hear from Dr. Dheeraj Rajan, Interventional Radiology Specialist from Canada, talks about how renal denervation came about, and he gives a description of the procedure. Tune in for information on the right patient for this procedure and what primary care providers, specialists, and care teams should know before making a referral. Join us as we explore: Patient selection criteria...

Apr 13, 20254 minEp. 107

From Trial to Treatment: Our Research Team’s Journey with Renal Denervation

From Trial to Treatment: Our Research Team’s Journey with Renal Denervation. In this Hypertension Resistant to Treatment episode, we explore renal denervation, a promising treatment option for select patients with uncontrolled hypertension. Tune in for information on the right patient for this procedure and what primary care providers, specialists, and care teams should know before making a referral. Join us as we explore: Patient selection criteria – What makes someone an ideal candidate for re...

Apr 13, 20255 minEp. 106

Is it Possible to Reverse Heart Disease?

Is it Possible to Reverse Heart Disease? Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers with the necessary tools and kno...

Feb 21, 20257 minEp. 105

90-Day Vesus 30-Day Prescription: What You Need to Know!

90-Day Versus 30-Day Prescription: What You Need to Know! Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers with the necess...

Jan 09, 202512 minEp. 104

What They’re Not Telling You About Covid-19 Stages & Treatment

What They’re Not Telling You About Covid-19 Stages & Treatment. Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers with ...

Dec 31, 202413 minEp. 103

Squeeze the Pressure Away: How Isometric Exercise Lowers Blood Pressure

Squeeze the Pressure Away: How Isometric Exercise Lowers Blood Pressure Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers w...

Dec 24, 202414 minEp. 102

Weight Loss Wonder or Hidden Danger? Surprizing Truth About GLP1 Drugs

Weight Loss Wonder or Hidden Danger? Surprizing Truth About GLP1 Drugs. Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers w...

Dec 02, 202410 minEp. 101

Is Your Evening Drink Spiking Your Blood Pressure? The Alarming Truth About Alcohol

Is Your Evening Drink Spiking Your Blood Pressure? The Alarming Truth About Alcohol. Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcar...

Nov 18, 202415 minEp. 100

Post-COVID Shockers: Are You at Risk for Hidden Autoimmune Risks?

Post-COVID Shockers: Are You at Risk for Hidden Autoimmune Risks? Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers with th...

Nov 12, 20246 minEp. 99

Are You Checking Your Blood Pressure Enough?

How Often Should You Monitor Blood Pressure? Are You Checking Your Blood Pressure Enough? Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping heal...

Oct 15, 20246 minEp. 98

Reclaim Your Health: The Power of Shared Decision-Making

Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-C Reclaim Your Health: The Power of Shared Decision-Making. Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of ...

Sep 29, 20242 minEp. 97

Mastering Blood Pressure at Home: Insider Secrets from Top Experts.

Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-C Mastering Blood Pressure at Home: Insider Secrets from Top Experts. Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the signif...

Sep 27, 20247 minEp. 96

Natural Hacks to Lower Blood Pressure

Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-C Natural Hacks to Lower Blood Pressure. Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcar...

Sep 14, 20245 minEp. 95

Pre-Diabetic? You Won't Believe These Diabetic Prevention Strategies

Pre-Diabetic? You Won't Believe These Diabetic Prevention Strategies. Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers wit...

Sep 03, 20246 minEp. 94

Breakthrough Discovery: New Hypertension Markers in Black Patients Revealed

Breakthrough Discovery: New Hypertension Markers in Black Patients Revealed. Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare provid...

Aug 29, 202412 minEp. 93

Critical Role of Fundoscopy in Physical Exams for Lifesaving Eye Health

Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP, Host- Primary Care Eye Exam: Importance of the Fundoscope Exam Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance...

May 29, 20245 minEp. 92

How Thyroid Cysts Could Be Secretly Fueling High Blood Pressure

Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP, Host- How Thyroid Cysts Could Be Secretly Fueling High Blood Pressure Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly new nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the s...

May 18, 202413 minEp. 91

Understanding the Stages of Change for Blood Pressure Management

Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP, Host- Understanding the Stages of Change for Blood Pressure Management Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly new nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the ...

Apr 29, 20245 minEp. 90

Optimizing Medication Management for Hypertension

Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP, Host- Optimizing Medication Management for Hypertension- Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly new nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance o...

Apr 29, 20245 minEp. 89

Secret Revealed: What Really Drives Blood Pressure Management

Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP, Host- Secret Revealed: What Really Drives Blood Pressure Management Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly new nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the sig...

Apr 26, 20245 minEp. 88

Pill-Free Hypertension Cure? The Promise of Renal Denervation

Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP, Host- Renal Denervation: A New Hope for Hypertension Treatment Without Pills Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly new nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasiz...

Apr 15, 20246 minEp. 87

Unmasking Hidden Hypertension: Essential Tips

Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP, Host- Unmasking Hidden Hypertension: Essential Tips- Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly new nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance o...

Apr 15, 20246 minEp. 86

Unraveling the White Coat Effect and White Coat Hypertension for New NPs

Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP, Host- Unraveling the White Coat Effect and White Coat Hypertension for NPs Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly new nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize ...

Apr 09, 20246 minEp. 85

Blood Pressure Monitoring: Exploring Its Evolution for New NPs

Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP, Host- The Evolution of Blood Pressure Monitoring- Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, particularly new nurse practitioners (NPs), recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of e...

Apr 03, 20249 minEp. 84

Mediation Adherence, Self Effiacy, Stages of Change & Blood Pressure Control

Welcome to the Hypertension Resistant to Treatment Podcast! Initially, our goal was to empower individuals to effectively manage their blood pressure with the help of healthcare professionals. However, our focus has evolved to prioritize supporting healthcare providers, recognizing their crucial role in patient outcomes. We emphasize the significance of equipping healthcare providers with the necessary tools and knowledge for successful patient guidance. Thank you for joining us on this journey ...

Apr 03, 20249 minEp. 83
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