Balancing Dreams: A heartfelt journey through work, motherhood, and breaking stereotypes [Women to Watch]

May 16, 2025 by Swati Tyagi

The days blur seamlessly into nights, each moment a delicate dance among the relentless demands of a career, the pursuit of academic excellence, and the never-ending responsibilities of managing a household. When my daughter was born, this balancing act transformed into an intricate tapestry woven with exhaustion, love, and unwavering determination. It felt as though the world had shifted beneath my feet, challenging me to navigate uncharted waters where every step required resilience and every decision weighed heavily on my heart.

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Madelyn Flickinger: Creating connections in medicine

Last summer, as 21-year-old Madelyn Flickinger and her fellow panelists prepared to share their experiences as transplant recipients, donors, and caregivers at the American Transplant Congress, they wondered whether medical professionals would take the time to sit in on a patient-led panel. By the time the presentation started, though, there were nearly a hundred people in the audience. Every seat was taken. People lined the back walls.

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