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Alex Sher

Dr. Alex Sher, DO, MSN, MBA, APRN-BC, began his early career in the business, accounting and insurance industry. He then transitioned into healthcare as a registered nurse. He continued his education by receiving a Master's in nursing and worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner in various specialties. After a successful career in nursing, he completed medical school and is currently a resident physician in Psychiatry.

Dr. Alex Sher
Explore essential nursing specialty certifications to enhance your career growth. Take the next step in your professional journey.
17 Nursing Specialty Certifications, and What It Takes to Earn Them

Alex Sher | 08.05.2025

An elderly couple walk arm in arm through a garden
What is Gerontology? 4 Sides to the Science of Aging

Alex Sher | 07.17.2025

A mental health nurse smiles at his elderly patient
Why Become a Mental Health Nurse? 7 Great Reasons

Alex Sher | 05.08.2025

two male nurses grab inventory
Are Male Nurses in Demand? 5 Factors at Play

Alex Sher | 04.18.2025

A nurse researches RN to BSN programs from his home
RN to BSN Online Programs: Answering Your Top 10 Questions

Alex Sher | 04.10.2025

interventional radiology involves careful, precise managing
8 Incredible Benefits of Interventional Radiology for Patients and Providers

Alex Sher | 03.06.2025

BSN nurses walk down the hall
19 Amazing Career Options for BSN Nurses

Alex Sher | 02.27.2025

A traumatized-looking man clutches a pillow on his hospital bed
What is Trauma-Informed Care in Nursing?

Alex Sher | 02.06.2025

A pediatric nurse practitioner uses a stethoscope during a well child exam
What is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)

Alex Sher | 01.16.2025

A nurse looks at the camera
What is Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing?

Alex Sher | 11.21.2024

A holistic nurse meets with a patient in a room with greenery
What is a Holistic Nurse?

Alex Sher | 11.05.2024

An FNP high fives one of his patients
What Does a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Do?

Alex Sher | 10.17.2024

A CFO smiles at the camera
What Does CFO Stand For? (Hint: It's More Than An Acronym)

Alex Sher | 10.10.2024

A nursing graduate looks at a computer, waiting on his NCLEX result
Everything You Need to Know About Getting Your NCLEX Results: Florida

Alex Sher | 10.03.2024

An RN looks into the specialization options for a masters in nursing program
Why Get a Master's in Nursing? 12 Ways It Can Change Your Life

Alex Sher | 08.29.2024

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