Dr. Lena Gould, EdD, CRNA, FADLN, FAANA, FAAN
@drlenag.bsky.social
I am the Founder & CEO of Diversity in Nurse Anesthesia Mentorship Program and Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing. 🐘♥️
My Website, www.DiversityCRNA.org #diversitycrna
My Website, www.DiversityCRNA.org #diversitycrna
This is the orchestra & song we need to hear from right now…
YAMZ by Masego & Devin Morrison 🎼
YAMZ by Masego & Devin Morrison 🎼
February 15, 2026 at 5:17 AM
This is the orchestra & song we need to hear from right now…
YAMZ by Masego & Devin Morrison 🎼
YAMZ by Masego & Devin Morrison 🎼
In Washington, DC…
Governor Wes Moore (Maryland) as recipient of the Health Equity Legacy Award by the American Nurses Association.
“Bias in health care cost lives”
Governor Wes Moore (Maryland) as recipient of the Health Equity Legacy Award by the American Nurses Association.
“Bias in health care cost lives”
February 14, 2026 at 6:23 PM
In Washington, DC…
Governor Wes Moore (Maryland) as recipient of the Health Equity Legacy Award by the American Nurses Association.
“Bias in health care cost lives”
Governor Wes Moore (Maryland) as recipient of the Health Equity Legacy Award by the American Nurses Association.
“Bias in health care cost lives”
In Washington, DC…
Governor Wes Moore (Maryland) as recipient of the Health Equity Legacy Award by the American Nurses Association.
“Bias in health care cost lives”
Governor Wes Moore (Maryland) as recipient of the Health Equity Legacy Award by the American Nurses Association.
“Bias in health care cost lives”
February 14, 2026 at 6:19 PM
In Washington, DC…
Governor Wes Moore (Maryland) as recipient of the Health Equity Legacy Award by the American Nurses Association.
“Bias in health care cost lives”
Governor Wes Moore (Maryland) as recipient of the Health Equity Legacy Award by the American Nurses Association.
“Bias in health care cost lives”
This morning…
My abstract was accepted at the American Nurses Association Enterprise & Opportunity & Impact in Nursing Summit in Washington, DC
My oral presentation will be a TED talk delivery on ‘A Harlem CRNA Renaissance: A Bridge to the Immersion Model for Diversifying Nurse Anesthesia’
My abstract was accepted at the American Nurses Association Enterprise & Opportunity & Impact in Nursing Summit in Washington, DC
My oral presentation will be a TED talk delivery on ‘A Harlem CRNA Renaissance: A Bridge to the Immersion Model for Diversifying Nurse Anesthesia’
February 14, 2026 at 1:47 PM
This morning…
My abstract was accepted at the American Nurses Association Enterprise & Opportunity & Impact in Nursing Summit in Washington, DC
My oral presentation will be a TED talk delivery on ‘A Harlem CRNA Renaissance: A Bridge to the Immersion Model for Diversifying Nurse Anesthesia’
My abstract was accepted at the American Nurses Association Enterprise & Opportunity & Impact in Nursing Summit in Washington, DC
My oral presentation will be a TED talk delivery on ‘A Harlem CRNA Renaissance: A Bridge to the Immersion Model for Diversifying Nurse Anesthesia’
It must be a sign, I start my TED talk presentation with a quote from Langston Hughes for the ANA summit on The Harlem CRNA Renaissance: A Bridge to the Immersion Model for Diversifying Nurse Anesthesia in DC.
February 12, 2026 at 1:49 PM
It must be a sign, I start my TED talk presentation with a quote from Langston Hughes for the ANA summit on The Harlem CRNA Renaissance: A Bridge to the Immersion Model for Diversifying Nurse Anesthesia in DC.
First, things, first…
Early Thursday morning walk through Washington, DC and my spirit tells me to walk towards the light at the heart of this city.
And, as I approach the National Museum of African American History, I pass signage in front of it featuring Langston Hughes.
Early Thursday morning walk through Washington, DC and my spirit tells me to walk towards the light at the heart of this city.
And, as I approach the National Museum of African American History, I pass signage in front of it featuring Langston Hughes.
February 12, 2026 at 1:47 PM
First, things, first…
Early Thursday morning walk through Washington, DC and my spirit tells me to walk towards the light at the heart of this city.
And, as I approach the National Museum of African American History, I pass signage in front of it featuring Langston Hughes.
Early Thursday morning walk through Washington, DC and my spirit tells me to walk towards the light at the heart of this city.
And, as I approach the National Museum of African American History, I pass signage in front of it featuring Langston Hughes.
A musical interlude during Black History Month
A V King Hamilton 🎼
A V King Hamilton 🎼
February 12, 2026 at 5:25 AM
A musical interlude during Black History Month
A V King Hamilton 🎼
A V King Hamilton 🎼
First, things, first…
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
February 11, 2026 at 9:59 PM
First, things, first…
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
First, things, first…
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
February 11, 2026 at 9:20 PM
First, things, first…
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
First, things, first…
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
February 11, 2026 at 9:12 PM
First, things, first…
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
First, things, first…
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
February 11, 2026 at 9:05 PM
First, things, first…
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
Early afternoon walk in Washington, DC and a peaceful reflection on how far I came in one year.
Grateful.
#BlackWomen
Two events at Diversity CRNA 2026 Rosalind Franklin University (Sept. 18th - 20th) for 75th: Anniversary Dinner at Lowe’s Hotel in Chicago and Info Session where Dr. Moss will interview Dr. Gould on legacy building trajectory and what future holds for marginalized CRNAs & Future CRNAs
February 11, 2026 at 3:37 PM
Two events at Diversity CRNA 2026 Rosalind Franklin University (Sept. 18th - 20th) for 75th: Anniversary Dinner at Lowe’s Hotel in Chicago and Info Session where Dr. Moss will interview Dr. Gould on legacy building trajectory and what future holds for marginalized CRNAs & Future CRNAs
A very special shout to Dr. Everett Moss DNP, CRNA who will honor the Living Legend & Founder, Diversity CRNA, Dr: Wallena Gould, EdD, CRNA, FADLN, FAANA, FAAN to celebrate the 75th Anniversary Event since 2003!
February 11, 2026 at 3:36 PM
A very special shout to Dr. Everett Moss DNP, CRNA who will honor the Living Legend & Founder, Diversity CRNA, Dr: Wallena Gould, EdD, CRNA, FADLN, FAANA, FAAN to celebrate the 75th Anniversary Event since 2003!
Besides,
They'll see how beautiful I am
And be ashamed—
I, too, am America.
Langston Hughes
I, too, am America.
Langston Hughes
February 11, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Besides,
They'll see how beautiful I am
And be ashamed—
I, too, am America.
Langston Hughes
I, too, am America.
Langston Hughes
Diversity CRNA changing profoundly the face & culture of Nurse Anesthesia. Full stop.
Marginalzed critical care nurses attend Diversity CRNA Info Session & Airway Sim Lab Workshops
Today, ICU RNs of color currently interviewing, accepted and or enrolled in CRNA Programs across the country.
Marginalzed critical care nurses attend Diversity CRNA Info Session & Airway Sim Lab Workshops
Today, ICU RNs of color currently interviewing, accepted and or enrolled in CRNA Programs across the country.
February 11, 2026 at 11:56 AM
Diversity CRNA changing profoundly the face & culture of Nurse Anesthesia. Full stop.
Marginalzed critical care nurses attend Diversity CRNA Info Session & Airway Sim Lab Workshops
Today, ICU RNs of color currently interviewing, accepted and or enrolled in CRNA Programs across the country.
Marginalzed critical care nurses attend Diversity CRNA Info Session & Airway Sim Lab Workshops
Today, ICU RNs of color currently interviewing, accepted and or enrolled in CRNA Programs across the country.
Besides,
They'll see how beautiful I am
And be ashamed—
I, too, am America.
Langston Hughes
I, too, am America.
Langston Hughes
February 11, 2026 at 11:53 AM
Besides,
They'll see how beautiful I am
And be ashamed—
I, too, am America.
Langston Hughes
I, too, am America.
Langston Hughes
Diversity CRNA changing profoundly the face & culture of Nurse Anesthesia. Full stop.
Marginalzed critical care nurses attend Diversity CRNA Info Session & Airway Sim Lab Workshops
Today, ICU RNs of color currently interviewing, accepted and or enrolled in CRNA Programs across the country.
Marginalzed critical care nurses attend Diversity CRNA Info Session & Airway Sim Lab Workshops
Today, ICU RNs of color currently interviewing, accepted and or enrolled in CRNA Programs across the country.
February 11, 2026 at 11:50 AM
Diversity CRNA changing profoundly the face & culture of Nurse Anesthesia. Full stop.
Marginalzed critical care nurses attend Diversity CRNA Info Session & Airway Sim Lab Workshops
Today, ICU RNs of color currently interviewing, accepted and or enrolled in CRNA Programs across the country.
Marginalzed critical care nurses attend Diversity CRNA Info Session & Airway Sim Lab Workshops
Today, ICU RNs of color currently interviewing, accepted and or enrolled in CRNA Programs across the country.
Honor & Glory to the Black women Nurse Anesthetists and Nurses who served in the 1940s military
In vintage 1942 photo: Nurse Anesthetist, Second Lieutenant Phloy G. Frierson anesthetizing a patient at the Station Hospital, Fort Huachaca, AZ.
In vintage 1942 photo: Nurse Anesthetist, Second Lieutenant Phloy G. Frierson anesthetizing a patient at the Station Hospital, Fort Huachaca, AZ.
February 11, 2026 at 11:23 AM
Honor & Glory to the Black women Nurse Anesthetists and Nurses who served in the 1940s military
In vintage 1942 photo: Nurse Anesthetist, Second Lieutenant Phloy G. Frierson anesthetizing a patient at the Station Hospital, Fort Huachaca, AZ.
In vintage 1942 photo: Nurse Anesthetist, Second Lieutenant Phloy G. Frierson anesthetizing a patient at the Station Hospital, Fort Huachaca, AZ.
A Diversity CRNA organic moment captured in real time
Duke University School of Nursing grand main lobby with massive windows sharing natural light and a piano in a corner
Jamaican American Roshane Grant, BSN, RN, CCRN sat down during lunch time at the Diversity CRNA 2024 Workshop saluting change.
Duke University School of Nursing grand main lobby with massive windows sharing natural light and a piano in a corner
Jamaican American Roshane Grant, BSN, RN, CCRN sat down during lunch time at the Diversity CRNA 2024 Workshop saluting change.
February 11, 2026 at 10:51 AM
A Diversity CRNA organic moment captured in real time
Duke University School of Nursing grand main lobby with massive windows sharing natural light and a piano in a corner
Jamaican American Roshane Grant, BSN, RN, CCRN sat down during lunch time at the Diversity CRNA 2024 Workshop saluting change.
Duke University School of Nursing grand main lobby with massive windows sharing natural light and a piano in a corner
Jamaican American Roshane Grant, BSN, RN, CCRN sat down during lunch time at the Diversity CRNA 2024 Workshop saluting change.
My goodness, what a difference a year make in my life.
J. Cole said it best, “this is what it feels like when you are really in tune with yourself, in tune with God…when the noise can’t enter”.
Remain blessed up, always.
J. Cole said it best, “this is what it feels like when you are really in tune with yourself, in tune with God…when the noise can’t enter”.
Remain blessed up, always.
February 11, 2026 at 9:58 AM
My goodness, what a difference a year make in my life.
J. Cole said it best, “this is what it feels like when you are really in tune with yourself, in tune with God…when the noise can’t enter”.
Remain blessed up, always.
J. Cole said it best, “this is what it feels like when you are really in tune with yourself, in tune with God…when the noise can’t enter”.
Remain blessed up, always.
In Celebration of Black History Month...
We honor Ellen Elizabeth Lindo, Nurse Anesthetist, a graduate from the Harlem School of Anesthesia in early 1960s.
During Ellen's nurse anesthesia education and clinical experience, Goldie Brangman, CRNA was the Harlem School of Anesthesia Program Director
We honor Ellen Elizabeth Lindo, Nurse Anesthetist, a graduate from the Harlem School of Anesthesia in early 1960s.
During Ellen's nurse anesthesia education and clinical experience, Goldie Brangman, CRNA was the Harlem School of Anesthesia Program Director
February 10, 2026 at 10:34 AM
In Celebration of Black History Month...
We honor Ellen Elizabeth Lindo, Nurse Anesthetist, a graduate from the Harlem School of Anesthesia in early 1960s.
During Ellen's nurse anesthesia education and clinical experience, Goldie Brangman, CRNA was the Harlem School of Anesthesia Program Director
We honor Ellen Elizabeth Lindo, Nurse Anesthetist, a graduate from the Harlem School of Anesthesia in early 1960s.
During Ellen's nurse anesthesia education and clinical experience, Goldie Brangman, CRNA was the Harlem School of Anesthesia Program Director
Super Bowl Love…
I just found out the little boy that Bad Bunny gave the Grammy to was Liam!!
The 5 year old boy ICE detained a couple weeks ago, so I loved it even more!!! ❤️🇵🇷
I just found out the little boy that Bad Bunny gave the Grammy to was Liam!!
The 5 year old boy ICE detained a couple weeks ago, so I loved it even more!!! ❤️🇵🇷
February 9, 2026 at 5:20 AM
Super Bowl Love…
I just found out the little boy that Bad Bunny gave the Grammy to was Liam!!
The 5 year old boy ICE detained a couple weeks ago, so I loved it even more!!! ❤️🇵🇷
I just found out the little boy that Bad Bunny gave the Grammy to was Liam!!
The 5 year old boy ICE detained a couple weeks ago, so I loved it even more!!! ❤️🇵🇷
Dear Bad Bunny,
Thank you for representing peace, love and joy as a form of resistance on an international stage for the world to witness.
#SuperBowl
Thank you for representing peace, love and joy as a form of resistance on an international stage for the world to witness.
#SuperBowl
February 8, 2026 at 10:12 PM
Dear Bad Bunny,
Thank you for representing peace, love and joy as a form of resistance on an international stage for the world to witness.
#SuperBowl
Thank you for representing peace, love and joy as a form of resistance on an international stage for the world to witness.
#SuperBowl
Song, In Your Will 🎼🎼🎼
February 8, 2026 at 7:25 PM
Song, In Your Will 🎼🎼🎼
First, things, first...
Walking through Dockweiler Beach, Los Angeles listening to a gospel song, 'In Your Will' by Men of Standard
And, enjoying the sound of the waves hit the beach sand with glorious mountainous views on this beautiful sunny day.
#BlackWomen
Walking through Dockweiler Beach, Los Angeles listening to a gospel song, 'In Your Will' by Men of Standard
And, enjoying the sound of the waves hit the beach sand with glorious mountainous views on this beautiful sunny day.
#BlackWomen
February 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM
First, things, first...
Walking through Dockweiler Beach, Los Angeles listening to a gospel song, 'In Your Will' by Men of Standard
And, enjoying the sound of the waves hit the beach sand with glorious mountainous views on this beautiful sunny day.
#BlackWomen
Walking through Dockweiler Beach, Los Angeles listening to a gospel song, 'In Your Will' by Men of Standard
And, enjoying the sound of the waves hit the beach sand with glorious mountainous views on this beautiful sunny day.
#BlackWomen