A Daughter’s Love
Joanna Shipe’s health journey began after her father’s massive heart attack and congestive heart failure diagnosis during her college years. She left school to care for him, but his passing became a wake-up call that highlighted the toll neglecting her own health had taken. Inspired by her father’s resilience, Joanna committed to transforming her health. Through weight loss surgeries, reversing diabetes, and staying active, she achieved significant milestones despite setbacks. Concerned about her family history of heart disease, she sought care from QMG providers, including Dr. Divya Batra and Dr. Adam Rafi, who helped her address severe heart blockages. Joanna credits their compassionate support for her progress and remains motivated by her father’s example, embracing the fight to prioritize her health every day.