• Dr. Dinesh Palipana: Unstoppable Resilience

  • Apr 30 2024
  • Length: 24 mins
  • Podcast

Dr. Dinesh Palipana: Unstoppable Resilience

  • Summary

  • In this episode of Stories of Us, Dr. Dinesh Palipana shares his remarkable journey with host Sarah Grynberg, revealing the twists and turns that led him to pursue a career in medicine despite facing significant challenges along the way.

    Dinesh reflects on his early years growing up in Byron Bay, Australia, recalling fond memories of the idyllic coastal town where he spent his formative years. From bike rides to flying lessons, Byron Bay was a place of joy and discovery for him.

    However, his path to medicine wasn't straightforward. Initially considering a career in law, Dinesh's life took a different turn when he experienced depression during his time in law school. Inspired by the doctor who helped him through this challenging period, Dinesh found his calling in medicine, driven by a desire to support others in the way he had been supported.

    His journey took a dramatic turn when he was involved in a devastating car accident that left him paralysed. Despite the immense challenges he faced, Dinesh persevered and continued his medical studies, eventually becoming an emergency department doctor at Gold Coast University Hospital.

    Through his work, he found a way to give back to others, drawing on his own experiences to provide compassionate care to those in need.

    And if you’ve enjoyed hearing Dinesh’s story and would like to hear about another Gold Coast legend - check out our episode with the footballer and Matilda Tameka Yallop. You can find her episode here: https://listnr.com/podcasts/stories-of-us/episodes/tameka-yallop-on-coping-with-the-highs-and-lows-of?utm_source=listnr&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=internal_share&utm_content=f7657954-164a-4388-b6ef-e53c17109df6%3B52085d84-0c54-43b1-8697-b1080160458e

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