Succeeding through adversity

In this episode of A Healthy Exchange, GP Anaesthetist Dr Vennassa Wong shares her incredible story of a disadvantaged upbringing marked by racism and financial hardship and discusses how she used her tough upbringing as motivation to succeed. Born to a diverse heritage, Vennassa faced many challenges on her journey to medicine and juggled her studies as a single parent with six children. She shares a powerful message: ‘Don't ever think that your past is going to dictate where your future is going to go’. Listen as Dr Wong reflects on her inspiring journey and discusses the importance of owning your path to be able to change your children’s.