Interview with Kelly Bruno

Oct 16

OCTOBER 16, 2024 | 00:34 | Episode 41

The Unstoppable Doctor—From Blade Runner to Brain Trust

Kelly Bruno, a woman who was born without a complete leg, shares her journey of overcoming challenges and achieving success. She grew up with a prosthetic leg and faced the realization of being different in middle school. Despite the internal struggles and traumatic experiences, Kelly developed a strong drive to prove herself and be as capable as anyone else. She excelled in sports, including running track and field, and went on to participate in Ironman races and even competed on Survivor Nicaragua. Kelly's determination and resilience have led her to pursue a career in medicine, specializing in anesthesiology and pain medicine.

ABOUT MY GUEST

Kelly Bruno is a Board certified physician in anesthesiology and pain medicine, currently practicing at Yale University. She's also an avid athlete, competing in abled body and para sports since she was 14 years old, in everything from track and field to ultramarathons and Ironmans. Currently she's chasing a record in the marathon. Combining her interest in medicine and sports, she previously co-founded a training company called Complete Human Performance and is now pivoting to longevity and performance medicine.

Summary

Kelly, a woman who was born without a complete leg, shares her journey of overcoming challenges and achieving success. She grew up with a prosthetic leg and faced the realization of being different in middle school. Despite the internal struggles and traumatic experiences, Kelly developed a strong drive to prove herself and be as capable as anyone else. She excelled in sports, including running track and field, and went on to participate in Ironman races and even competed on Survivor Nicaragua. Kelly's determination and resilience have led her to pursue a career in medicine, specializing in anesthesiology and pain medicine. She is now focused on longevity medicine and building a company that promotes health and wellness.

Takeaways

Overcoming challenges and embracing differences can lead to personal growth and success.
Having a strong internal motivator can drive individuals to achieve their goals.
Combining different disciplines and approaches can lead to innovative solutions.
The healthcare system should focus on preventive and lifestyle medicine to improve overall health and well-being.