My Purpose

As someone with firsthand experience navigating the pediatric healthcare system—and as a future medical professional—I have seen how critical illness affects every part of a child’s life, not just their physical health. Make-A-Wish addresses the emotional and psychological side of healing, which is often overlooked but deeply tied to outcomes.

 

Watching Antonio’s wish restore his confidence and determination shaped my understanding of holistic care. It taught me that healing involves mind, body, and spirit—and that hope is a powerful form of medicine. This belief is what drives my continued advocacy and fundraising for Make-A-Wish.