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39. Man, God is faithful.

I don’t write publicly much anymore. There’s a few reasons for this, but mostly: I’m just moving with a necessary alacrity and precision that leaves me little time to show my work. Twin toddlers and life stuff have me finishing off major and minor battles like how Goku did Recoome with a one-hit elbow to the gut. (So, if you haven’t heard from me in a while, put it on my tab, not my heart. ❤️)

This isn’t just fancy talk: 38 was a straight up WWF Royal Rumble. But I choose to no longer wear what I’ve been through for style points.

I have to admit: some of my old writing was (in)decent exposure that begged for attention, an unnecessary triple bypass to heal a heart that just needed a defibrillator. I believed that I’d make it through, but I didn’t have faith that I’d make it through — so sometimes I needed a deluge of praise to get me over the top.

But, for some time now, belief has been replaced by faith. “I think” has been replaced with “I know”. I trust God and have seen Him be Him to me more than enough times over for me to act based on His truth, even in the face of real deal uncertainty.

And when I hit confusion or setbacks, I bob and smile with a quiet confidence. No histrionics, no doomsday announcements. I replay His faithfulness over a “Peace Be Still” sonata that has serenaded my soul during double toddler kitchen tirades, stupid hospital bills, and much, much more.

At 39, I am SO grateful — to reach another birthday, to see the Knicks make the NBA Finals again (!), to kiss a great wife and hug a great family — but, above it all, to know that God is faithful, to act like it, and to see Him continue to pay it off in mind-boggling and eclectic and fantastic and riveting ways.

I love Him, and I love you guys. GO KNICKS! 🗽🏖️🙌🏾🟠🔵

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Lots of great new content coming your way! We were so inspired by the amazing content from medical educators at #AIMW26 and can't wait to share it with you... new episodes dropping this Spring.

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It’s Only By the Grace of God that I am Here Today as a Medical Student Doctor

#medicalschoollife #christian #student #viral #fyp

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My loves ❤️❤️❤️

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Made for Medicine made our Pediatric debut at Nationwide Children’s Hospital @nationwidekids 🦋!!

Dr. Michelle Golla, Pediatric core faculty member, hosted our session at the Simulation Center. Golla is pictured here with Drs Ray Bignall, Elizabeth Bonachea, Meika Eby, Terace Thomas and Des Yacob. Students participated in a Lego communication activity, NICU resuscitation, Emergency based scenarios and tracheostomy care.

#madeformedicine 👩🏾‍⚕️👨🏾‍⚕️🩺

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This was our third 5K for the @kidsmentalhealthfoundation! So much fun!

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What was better about #PHM25, the learning, the fellowship, the opportunity to talk with and learn from my colleagues about #medicalcommunication? Tough call, but I was privileged to attend and honored to speak. Now back to work to use all I learned!

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Honored and Proud to Listen to an Amazing Opening #PHM25 Plenary by my Awesome Friend & Colleague, Dr. Ray Bignall‼️

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‘This degree is for the ones who came before me with nothing but dreams.’ I wrote that as a first-year student, heart racing in a white coat that felt way too big, wondering if I’d ever make it. Now I stand here as a doctor. Living proof that their dreams weren’t too big… they were just waiting for me to carry them home. This moment is built on my ancestors’ sacrifices, my parents’ prayers, and God’s grace. ❤️

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#PAS2025 in Hawaii DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!! 🌴

From presenting my fellowship project and attending informative conference sessions to chillin' on the beach and connecting with a ton of old friends, the whole experience was simply amazing. Plus we got an unexpected upgrade to an ocean view room! What a blessing to have been able to enjoy this experience! 🙏🏿

Also I decided to channel my inner @drraymd and take as many selfies as I could remember to take 😂

There is still so much history, culture, and nature to explore and appreciate on the islands! Best believe Erika and I will be back 😉

#BackOnAnAttendingSalary #ButNotInEconomySeats #CuzTheyHadMeOnTeamNoSleep #ThemAndThatWailingBabySittingBehindMe

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🦁LU MAPS had an amazing time at the SNMA Region 8 Medical Conference at Geisinger School of Medicine! 🩺

We attended workshops on crafting a standout personal statement, perfecting our applications, and branding ourselves to make an impact in the field.

A highlight was hearing from @drraymd , who shared his journey to medicine, keys to success, and how to overcome obstacles. We also enjoyed the Student Research Symposium and the inspiring work being done by our wonderful peers. We couldn’t have been more grateful for this experience! Thank you, @snma_region8 for having us! Until next year! 🧡💙

Follow @lu.maps for more content and connections!

#SNMA #Region8 #GeisingerSchoolofMedicine #PreMed #MedicalConference #FutureDoctors #DrRayBignall #lincolnuniversitypa #lincolnuniversitypa #golions

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He brings us so much joy…. Liam’s excitement for learning and his reactions 😍

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