Jennifer arnold md biography
She completed her undergraduate degrees in Biology and Psychology at the University of Miami in Florida. Arnold has been involved in simulation education, patient safety, and research endeavors for the last 10 years. Currently, her areas of interest within simulation include use of simulation for evaluating new clinical spaces, team training, improving quality and patient safety, improving home care and skills for primary caregivers of medically complex children, and developing educational curricula for various departments throughout the hospital.
She has spoken both nationally and internationally on healthcare simulation and has made inspirational speeches on overcoming obstacles for avenues such as the Texas Conference for Women, Shiners Hospital, Sloan Kettering, March of Dimes and many more. She has received awards including the Ray E. Arnold has a rare type of dwarfism called Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia Type Strudwick which involved more than 30 orthopedic surgeries.
She is also a survivor of a rare form of uterine cancer. In , what should have been the happiest time of Dr. The reality TV star was diagnosed with stage 3 uterine cancer after experiencing bleeding during a trip to India to adopt her daughter. The rare form of the disease, called choriocarcinoma, metastasized as tumors in both her uterus and lungs.
Arnold endured intensive chemotherapy and a hysterectomy.
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Now a survivor, she recalls fighting for her life with the tireless support of her husband, family, friends, colleagues and health professionals. She also shared her cancer battle with her television audience, who showered her with support and their own experiences with cancer. Now continuing her journey as a survivor, Dr. Arnold inspires us with her story of conquering cancer and finding everyday appreciation for what really matters in life.