"My patients are superheroes, the ones I believe in most." - Valeria R

Valeria is a pediatric oncology nurse--a highly specialized and sensitive role. Caring for children with cancer brings out myriad of emotions and can test one's resiliency. At the end of the day, these brave children are inspirational and their resiliency and strength encourage all of us to keep fighting.

Gabriela sat down with MDF Instrument's Crafting Wellness Podcast to discuss life on the road to her DVM. From getting her bachelor's degree, to applying for Veterinary School, to taking a gap year, all in the pursuit of becoming a Veterinarian. Her resilience and empathy in her quest is inspiring. Gabriela reminds us all to follow our dreams, wherever they may lead.

Having recently passed her NCLEX exam, Stacy Bianchi took some time to talk to MDF about her journey in nursing; A calling that found her.

Kristina went to Medical School in the Philippines and offers a unique perspective on how International Medical Graduates can navigate becoming a practicing doctor in the U.S. She also discuss her passion for Medical Missions and for bringing health and wellness to people from all walks of life.

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Nurse Jackie is a Chicago RN, Yoga Instructor, Nurse Educator, and student on her way to becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner. After not getting into Medical School, Nurse Jackie found her purpose. As a nurse educator, she is extremely well versed in the medical field. This interview has something for everyone!

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MDF Instruments sat down with BSN Samantha to talk about healthcare and how she found her calling in Transplant Nursing. She gives great advice for those interested in pursuing a career in medicine.

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Charlotte's Fight for Her Life Brought Her to Her Destiny.

Her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer and a few years later Charlotte was also diagnosed. As a survivor, she dedicates her life alongside the BCF to help recently diagnosed patients as they gear up for quite literally the battle of their lives. --

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A Medical Assistant's journey into healthcare was inspired by her fighting her own health battles at a young age. Taylor gives advice on how to advocate for yourself both as a patient and as a healthcare worker. She proves that with a kind heart and resilience, anything is possible. Watch her Incredibly story!

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Sean Percy Travis is a LAFD at the Engineer rank, and Sammie Mancine is a RN and Holistic Nutritionist. They both sat down with MDF Instruments to talk about burnout, nutrition, and how to stay healthy through it all.

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Sean Percy Travis, a Los Angeles Firefighter sat down with MDF Instruments to talk about burnout, depression, and how to combat both. The number one cause of line of duty death among first responders is suicide. As a firefighter himself Sean knows all too well the high stress environment, the sleep deprivation, and the long shifts that first responders face. He created Functional Hero to combat the breakdown of the first responder's vessel, through strategic physical implication of recovery and biohacking practices. Check out this informative podcast episode! Whether you are a student facing burnout, a first responder, a healthcare worker, or in the military, you will find helpful advice on how to get through your toughest days!

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