Heather Hansen

1 month ago | kevinmd.com | Pamela Buchanan |Leonard Wang |Heather Hansen |Austin Miller

I have wanted to be a doctor since I was 12 years old. I revered my pediatrician, Dr. Helen Nash, who was a giant in our community. Growing up poor in St. Louis, it was rare to see a Black doctor. Seeing Dr. Nash—owning her own practice, helping people, and commanding deep respect—was inspiring. She was an advocate for health care in the African American community, and whenever she spoke, I listened. I remember her pointing to me and saying, “You can do whatever you want.