How A Car Accident Led to a Long Health Journey | Steven Lopez Sr.

Kerri Fitzgerald talks with Steven Lopez Sr., who was injured in a car accident, leading to a long health journey to discover he had Chiari malformation and syringomyelia, both of which put pressure on the spinal cord and result in severe pain and discomfort as well as other symptoms. Steven struggled to find a care team that was right for him and finally turned to social media to find a connection with other people who were dealing with something similar. Now, he serves as a voice for the community and uses his experience to help others as they navigate these difficult conditions. Key Highlights: Hear how Steven Lopez Sr. went for years without a proper diagnosis. Learn why surgery is not a cure-all for people like Steven. Hear about how Steven has used his voice on social media to advocate for himself and others. Be inspired by Steven’s partnership with Conquer Chiari to host a fundraising walk in September, coinciding with Chiari Malformation Awareness Month.  Connect with Steven: https://www.instagram.com/steven_chiari_warrior/ https://www.tiktok.com/@steven_chiari_warrior Learn more about Conquer Chiari:  https://www.conquerchiari.org/index.asp  https://walk.conquerchiari.org/  About My Hero 360: At My Hero 360, we honor, celebrate, and connect heroes worldwide. By sharing their stories, we aim to inspire and provide hope for humanity. Follow us to hear more incredible stories of unsung heroes who make a difference in the world. Support My Hero 360: https://myhero360.com/  https://www.instagram.com/myhero.360/   https://www.tiktok.com/@myhero.360   Listen To Our Heroes’ Stories: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1LnJ9ce28OkweYcopCZx2L?si=ae174fd84ef44334 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/aa426e78-fb79-4978-8851-d5aab25cf951/my-hero-360  Subscribe to this channel for more inspirational stories.