“Physical activity impacts all aspects of wellness when it is done the right way. It helps proper growth for our overall development, well-being and happiness. As a physician, I help kids set short and long-term goals so they can heal and get back to having fun.”

“I know everybody by name, know their drinks. And they know me. They remember the flower in my hair - I always wear a flower. I remember a lot of parents, too. I remember their drinks, how long they’ve been gone. I have one parent whose son almost passed away. He recovered from all that and he and his father come back every couple of months and I make him a drink or give him a hug. I’m blessed and thankful for my family, my grandkids especially. I have four grandkids of them. And I’m just thankful for waking up to another day.”

“I think we can reach more people - especially the younger generation and regardless of zip code or where they live - through technology. Some people respond better to giving them a video. Or giving them an app for their phone that helps with self-management and understanding of their disease. It’s up to us as providers and physicians to make accommodations into our patients’ lives. It’s about quality of life and being a source in the community for these folks - somewhere to turn. Because we all want our kids to prosper and do well.”