Andria Parks - A Mother’s Battle, A Daughter’s Resilience, and a New Dawn in Cancer Treatment

When Andria Parks heard the words no parent ever wants to hear: “There’s a mass” ...her world stopped. What followed was an extraordinary two-part journey of courage, faith, and science as her teenage daughter fought through not one, but two bouts of advanced cancer. In this heartfelt conversation, Andria shares how her family faced 54 weeks of chemotherapy, moments of near loss, and the miracle of recovery: twice. But her story doesn’t end there. Inspired by her daughter’s resilience and driven by a calling to make a difference, Andria joined First Ascent Biomedical, a company using AI to personalize cancer treatment and give families new hope. This episode is a moving blend of love, science, and the human spirit: a must-watch for anyone who believes in miracles powered by medicine. In this episode: • The emotional journey of a mom navigating childhood cancer — twice • How faith, family, and community carried them through • The founding story of First Ascent Biomedical and how AI is revolutionizing cancer care • A daughter’s decision to become a nurse — and the nurses who inspired her • The life-changing moment of hearing, “It’s back,” and finding strength again