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Karen A. Brudnak
Contributing Editor
Education
Master of Arts in Liberal Studies, University of North Carolina Greensboro
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh
Karen has been a magazine editor for 30 years. Starting out as a copy editor at Nursing magazine, she then moved into the education arena and eventually became Managing Editor of Learning magazine. Karen also served as Director of Custom Publishing for The Education Center. Karen now manages marketing and fundraising for a nonprofit focused on feeding hungry children and families in Greensboro, NC. She has one daughter in college now and one in high school, so she particularly enjoys editing articles about scholarships, success strategies, and standout programs.
Check Out Karen A.'s Articles on Edumed:
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Program Review: Online Medical Billing & Coding Schools in Oregon
Are you thinking that medical billing and coding could be the right career path for you? If so, then it’s time to find the perfect program to get you started. Oregon offers many excellent online medical billing and coding programs, so zeroing in on the right one can feel overwhelming.
Oregon’s online medical billing and coding programs include certificate, diploma, and associate degrees, both online and in person, with each offering a unique learning experience. Keep reading to learn about standout programs, curriculum, accreditation, certification, salary, and more. Prepare to make the best decision and get your career rolling by continuing on below.
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Medical Assistant Programs Online in Virginia: Review Top Schools
Medical assistants work alongside physicians in healthcare environments to help ensure patient care runs smoothly. This guide explores online medical assistant programs in Virginia, providing insights into curriculum, accreditation, career paths, and standout programs. If you’re looking for the flexibility of online learning, a challenging curriculum, and good job security, keep reading because a career as a medical assistant might be the right path for you.
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Online CNA Classes in Georgia: See Top Schools and More
If you’re looking for a quick way to start a career in healthcare, then becoming a certified nursing assistant (CNA) might be the right choice for you. There may be no quicker and more affordable way to get the training you need than through an online CNA program. We’ll introduce you to available online CNA classes in Georgia, show you how you can take your first steps to launching your nursing assistant career, and answer some frequently asked questions.
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Online LPN Programs in Oklahoma: Top Schools
When a child falls off a swing or an adult stumbles on the stairs, are you the first to step forward to help? If so, then a career in healthcare just might be your calling — and a licensed practical nursing (LPN) program in Oklahoma could be the right place to start. Keep reading for a look at what an online LPN program might mean for you: top schools, what you’ll learn, what programs cost, how long they take, and more. Plus, we’ve included lots of valuable information on LPN salaries and job growth in Oklahoma, so you can make an educated decision on the next step in your healthcare career.
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Inside Online Medical Assistant Programs in Utah
With convenient online programs and flexible schedules, you can become a certified medical assistant — and already be working in the Utah health field — in just six to 12 months. Discover online medical assistant programs in Utah that will set you on the path to a successful career in allied healthcare. Keep reading to learn more about how these programs work, what they cost, how to get in, and what your career will look like after completing your online medical assistant education in Utah.