In this episode, host Komkwuan “Kwuan” Paruchabutr, DNP, FNP-BC, WHNP-BC, CNM, FACNM, FNAP, FAAN, joins NPWH Board President Jessica Wells, PhD, RN, WHNP-BC, FAAN, to explore her professional journey, her experience on the Board of Directors, and how members can engage with the organization. Together, they discuss her three pillars of priorities to continue the growth momentum from 2025: collective belonging, organizational resilience, and bold collaboration.

Show Notes:

NPWH is the professional community for Women's Health Nurse Practitioners, students, and other advanced practice registered nurses who provide women's and gender-related healthcare. We set a standard of excellence by generating, translating, and promoting the latest research and evidence-based clinical guidance, providing high-quality continuing education, and advocating for patients, providers, and the WHNP profession. Our mission includes protecting and promoting a woman and all individuals' rights to make their own choices regarding their health and well-being within the context of their lived experience and their personal, religious, cultural, and family beliefs.

To learn more about NPWH member benefits and our community, visit our website! Currently, you can receive a $10 discount for NPWH membership by using the code $10DISCOUNT.

Jessica Wells, PhD, RN, WHNP-BC, FAAN, NPWH Board President

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The National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) values collaboration and the support of our sponsors in advancing our mission to promote excellence in women’s and gender-related healthcare. However, the presence of sponsorships or financial support for NPWH programs, events, publications, or digital platforms does not constitute endorsement by NPWH of any sponsor, company, organization, or the products, services, or policies they represent.

New NPWH Leadership: 2026 Priorities for Unity and Resilience