In this powerful episode of Out of Network, Dr. Ryon Parker sits down with his dear friend and patient Laura Cadieux to share her incredible story of resilience and transformation. From surviving a life-threatening COVID hospitalization as case #26 in Nevada to becoming a marathon runner, Laura's journey exemplifies the power of mindset, determination, and patient-centered healthcare. This deeply personal conversation explores the broken healthcare system through a patient's eyes and celebrates the triumph of the human spirit.

What You'll Learn

• How a near-death COVID experience became the catalyst for complete life transformation
• The stark reality of patient experiences in traditional vs. concierge healthcare settings
• Why mindset and self-advocacy are crucial for health and recovery
• How one mother's health journey inspired her entire family's wellness transformation

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to the Out of Network Podcast

00:07 Meet Laura Kadu: A Story of Resilience

01:10 Laura's COVID-19 Battle Begins

02:14 Hospitalization and Isolation

03:06 The Struggle for Survival

09:33 Recovery and the Road to Fitness

13:08 Reflections on Healthcare and Patient Experience

17:52 Personal Experience with Healthcare System Failures

18:51 Balancing Family and Personal Health

19:59 Journey into Running and Fitness

21:14 Mental and Physical Challenges of Fitness

22:48 Impact of Positive Influences and Role Models

27:03 Concierge Medicine vs. Traditional Healthcare

30:55 Inspiration and Support from Family

31:22 Final Thoughts and Podcast Conclusion

About Our Guest

Laura Cadieux is a wife, mother, and marathon runner whose story of overcoming a life-threatening COVID hospitalization has inspired many. From being case #26 in Nevada to completing multiple marathons, Laura exemplifies resilience and the power of taking control of your health.

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Connect with the Hosts
Parker Medical - Las Vegas, NV → https://parkermedical.org/
Dr. Ryon Parker → https://www.instagram.com/dr.ryonparker/
Seth Premiere Medical - Tampa, FL → https://sethmedical.com/
Dr. Rishi Seth → https://www.instagram.com/drrishiseth/

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