In this inspiring episode of The Confidence Doc, host Dr. Rukmini Vinaya Rednam welcomes Dr. Anne Alaniz — a surgeon, humanitarian, and change-maker whose journey began in a small village in Malawi and has led to major global impact.

Dr. Alaniz shares her remarkable story of overcoming adversity, founding the nonprofit Pothawira International, navigating a career in gynecologic oncology at Houston Methodist Hospital, and forging a life of purpose through service. Tune in as she discusses how confidence is born from resilience, compassion, and action — and why your "why" matters.

In this episode you'll hear about:

• Growing up in Malawi, working for clean water and basic care. UNT Health Fort Worth+2 Texas Medical Center+2
• The transformative moment that launched her medical journey. Spark to Empower+1
• Founding Pothawira and creating a safe haven for women and children in Malawi. medangel.org+2 Texas Medical Center+2
• Navigating racial bias, purpose-driven leadership, and global health equity.
• Advice for young professionals and future change-makers.

⭐️Dr. Anne Alaniz — Gynecologic Oncologist, Founder of Pothawira International For updates from her work, follow: @pothawira_international

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