Stronger After Stroke · Norton Neuroscience Comprehensive Stroke Center and Resource Center

From Patient to Purpose: Adam Maddox's Journey

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Adam collapsed at his brother's funeral from a stroke, changing his life forever.
Adam Maddox shares his journey from having a stroke at his brother's funeral to recovering and finding purpose as a healthcare worker. He discusses the physical and emotional challenges, his determination in rehab, and how his experience inspires patients. The episode highlights themes of resilience, career change, and the importance of mindset in stroke recovery.

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A young survivor's story that feels honest, useful, and less polished than most recovery pieces.

Adam Maddox's story starts in the rush of ordinary young adult life and turns on the shock of a stroke that makes invincibility feel a lot less certain.

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Hear a stroke survivor turn hard experience into bedside empathy.

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