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EPISODE · May 12, 2026 · 47 MIN

Ep. 54 - ICYMI: Facing the Odds with a Smile and Positivity: Dr. Douglas Burton's Story

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We're re-airing one of our most beloved STACKED episodes — and if you missed it the first time, now's your chance to hear it. I sat down with Dr. Douglas Burton, a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon whose life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Faced with a daunting prognosis, Dr. Burton has pursued every possible avenue — from clinical trials in the U.S. to cutting-edge vaccines in Germany — to keep the tumor at bay. But what makes Dr. Burton truly extraordinary isn't just his medical journey — it's his spirit. Every day he wakes up with the most positive attitude and spreads that unwavering positivity to everyone around him. With deep spirituality, resilience, and perspective, he reminds us that while none of us can escape mortality, we can choose how we live right now — with gratitude, courage, and purpose.

We're re-airing one of our most beloved STACKED episodes — and if you missed it the first time, now's your chance to hear it. I sat down with Dr. Douglas Burton, a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon whose life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Faced with a daunting prognosis, Dr. Burton has pursued every possible avenue — from clinical trials in the U.S. to cutting-edge vaccines in Germany — to keep the tumor at bay. But what makes Dr. Burton truly extraordinary isn't just his medical journey — it's his spirit. Every day he wakes up with the most positive attitude and spreads that unwavering positivity to everyone around him. With deep spirituality, resilience, and perspective, he reminds us that while none of us can escape mortality, we can choose how we live right now — with gratitude, courage, and purpose.

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