Determined to Serve: from Trauma to Telemedicine with Dr. Luissa K

Truth Tastes Funny with Hersh Rephun

Hersh sits down for a one on one with Dr. Luissa Kiprono, CEO, physician and high-risk pregnancy specialist, and USAF veteran. Dr. Luissa is also an inspiring speaker, bestselling author of "Push, then Breathe," thought leader, and women’s advocate. Above all, she is a mother, wife, daughter, and “Ironhuman”. Let’s dig deeper, shall we?

Dr. Luissa is also a trauma survivor who overcame horrific captivity and abuse 37 years ago when she came to America as a young visitor turned immigrant. In her recently released non-fiction book, Push, Then Breathe: Trauma, Triumph, and the Making of an American Doctor, she detail her own journey of escape and ultimate victory in an inspiring tale sure to empower women around the world.

Her traumatic story has a powerful message. The message of hope and positivity to all women out there that they are worthy, their goals matter, and the only limits on them are the ones they impose on themselves. Her story of resilience and determination, together with the message that we are destined to thrive in life, not only survive, is sure to resonate with many of us.

Connect with Dr. Luissa

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(0:00) Introduction to Dr. Luissa K and her inspiring story (2:26) Dr. Luissa K on her book "Push Then Breathe" and journey to the U.S. (6:51) Overcoming abuse and the seven stages of grief (11:23) Dr. Luissa K's strained relationship with her mother and her escape (21:30) From medical school to the Air Force and high-risk pregnancies (32:11) The shift to telemedicine and envisioning the future (35:08) The significance of holistic care and mental health in medicine (37:10) Dr. Luissa K reflects on her resilient career journey (38:25) Sponsor: YES brand podcast (39:02) Looking ahead to the future and the essence of "Truth Tastes Funny"