Lawson, Scharmaine: - Dr. Scharmaine Lawson, NP is a nationally recognized and award-winning nurse practitioner with a passion for sharing her experiences and empowering nurses and patients alike. With years of extensive experience in the medical field, Dr. Lawson has won multiple awards for her nursing and entrepreneur work, including the 2013 Healthcare Hero award (New Orleans City Business magazine), and 2008 Entrepreneur of the Year award (ADVANCE for Nurse Practitioner magazine). As a highly sought after keynote speaker and media personality, Dr. Lawson has appeared on programs including CBS Evening News, and her tireless work and unique insights have made her a trusted and valued member of the health community. Dr. Lawson is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN) and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (FAANP). She currently resides in New Orleans, Louisiana, where she enjoys writing and building her business.