Qaali Hussein, MD is a board-certified trauma surgeon, mother, and CEO of Defiance Academy  who is an outspoken fierce advocate for equity in medicine. As a Hijab-wearing Muslim who had 6 children during residency and fellowship, she discusses the varying obstacles she faced during her inspirational journey. She also speaks about the challenges that come with clinging to authenticity. Dr. Hussein gives valuable powerful advice for under-represented minorities and re-frames the idea of resilience in medicine.