Sharing stories that heal, inform, and inspire change.
(Guided by Experience)
As a future physician and transplant survivor, Alana Carr offers a unique voice—blending scientific rigor with lived experience, and clinical insight with human connection. Her talks are rooted in empathy, guided by research, and driven by a deep commitment to healthcare equity.
Alana’s talks are guided by:
Compassion
Putting people, not just conditions, at the heart of care.
Curiosity
Using data and storytelling to ask better questions and spark new solutions.
Equity
Addressing disparities in access, experience, and outcomes.
Lived Experience
Offering a rare dual lens: both patient and future physician.
Gift of Hope podcast
(Selected Presentations)
A Case Study Highlighting the Importance of Clinical Judgment in the Approach to Treatment of Convulsive Status Epilepticus
University of Illinois College of Medicine
2023
Dupixent for Reduction of Type 2 Inflammation
University of Illinois College of Medicine
2023
Comparison of Integrated Outpatient Palliative Care With Standard Care in Patients With Parkinson Disease and Related Disorders
University of Illinois College of Medicine
2023
Improvements of Care for Heart Failure- Focused on a reduced length of stay and readmissions
University of Illinois College of Medicine
2022
Alana is honored to speak at events ranging from medical conferences, panels, lectures to youth events, where she inspires audiences to reimagine what compassionate care can look like.