To be here to share my story with you, it’s surreal: Dr Dinesh Palipana OAM

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28 Sept 2022

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Dr Dinesh Palipana OAM is a doctor, lawyer, disability advocate, and researcher. The first medical graduate with quadriplegia in Queensland, Dinesh recently visited Mable to talk about his new book, Stronger. ABC's National Disability Affairs Reporter, Nas Campanella, was present at the event to facilitate the Q&A session afterwards.

During the hour-long, live-streamed session, Dinesh reflected on how his life had changed after a devastating car accident that caused a cervical spinal cord injury. After his accident, his strength and determination saw him return to complete medical school - now with quadriplegia.

After everything he's been through, Dinesh believes he is happier, stronger and more capable than before the accident. As he mentioned, it helped clarify what is important in his life and taught him that happiness and strength can always be found within.

You can click on the link below to view or listen to the Auslan-interpreted and captioned video.

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