What happens when a healthcare professional doesn't recognize her own brain injury?  
 

This week, Kim welcomes  Kelly Tuttle, a neurology nurse practitioner who became a traumatic brain injury survivor after a car accident—and whose brain injury was so hidden that even she didn't recognize the danger signs. After being cleared to return to work in two weeks, Kelly pushed through headaches, dizziness, memory lapses, and horrific whiplash until she fell asleep driving home and nearly hit a tree.  

  In this eye-opening episode, Kelly reveals:

• ​🔴 Dangerous denial: Cleared to work in 2 weeks, fell asleep at the wheel, planned roadside naps as "solution" 
• ​🟢 Seven-year secret: Hid invisible disability from employer while napping at lunch, sleeping 2 hours after work daily
• ​🟣 Neuro fatigue reality: Brain takes "side streets" instead of highways—wake with 25% battery, no recharging 
  
  

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Chronic Truth Podcast
02:32 Kelly Tuttle's Journey and Insights
07:24 Understanding TBI and the Importance of Care
10:49 The Five Foundational Pillars of TBI Recovery
15:49 Navigating Financial Wellness After TBI
18:53 Mental Health Challenges and Personal Growth
25:08 Understanding Neuro Fatigue
27:30 Resources and Conclusion

Connect with Kelly Tuttle:

💻 ⁠⁠Brain Loving Advocate
📚 "After the Crash: How to Keep Your Job, Stay in School, and Live Life After a Brain Injury" on Amazon

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Host/Executive Producer: Kimberly Nash

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