Premiere Episode: How the Patient Became the Host

In this premiere episode of Facing Inward, host Melissa Carter shares her personal journey through chronic illness, identity, and transformation. Diagnosed at a young age and later undergoing a life-saving kidney transplant, Melissa reflects on the challenges, insights, and resilience that shaped both her health journey and her purpose as a storyteller. This self-interview explores the inspiration behind Facing Inward—a podcast dedicated to elevating patient voices, exposing the emotional truths of the healthcare experience, and celebrating the strength found in vulnerability. Whether you're navigating illness, caregiving, or advocating for change, this episode invites you into a space of reflection, connection, and shared wisdom. 🎧 Subscribe to hear real patient stories and healthcare conversations that matter. 📝 A Transcript of this episode is available on Patreon. 📘 Want to go deeper? Melissa's memoir Facing Inward is available wherever books are sold.