Latisha Judkins’ Journey: Surviving Flesh-Eating Bacteria and Thriving After Amputation

In this inspiring episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Latisha Judkins, who shares her harrowing yet uplifting story of resilience. After losing her right leg below the knee to a flesh-eating bacteria, Latisha faced incredible challenges but emerged stronger than ever.

Tune in to hear how she overcame physical and emotional hurdles, found support, and rebuilt her life with determination and hope. Latisha’s story is a testament to the human spirit’s power to thrive in adversity.

👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more empowering stories from the disability and amputee communities!

#Amputation #Resilience #OvercomingChallenges #DisabilityAwareness #WereNotStumped

Listen on Apple Podcasts

Watch on YouTube

Listen on Spotify

  • Overcoming Adversity: Kelly J. Mendenhall's

January 21st, 2025|

In this episode of the We're Not Stumped, we sit down with Kelly J. Mendenhall—an accomplished author, speaker, and advocate—to explore her transformative journey from a thriving career in nonprofit fundraising to becoming a disabled entrepreneur and patient advocate. Diagnosed with rare spinal cord conditions in 2017, Kelly faced a medical mystery that led her to redefine her life and purpose. Kelly's dedication to empowering others is evident in her efforts to raise awareness about chronic pain, mental health, and the importance of patient-centered care.

  • Shark Attack Survivor Crowdfunds for Prosthetic Hand | Operation Enduring Warrior's Mission

January 16th, 2025|

In this episode of the We're Not Stumped podcast, host Mike Bolland shares two stories of courage and perseverance. The episode highlights a shark attack survivor who turned to crowdfunding after being denied insurance coverage for a prosthetic hand. This journey showcases the challenges of insurance in the area of prosthetics.

  • Nicole Cuervo on Empowering Women Through Adaptive Intimates

January 14th, 2025|

In this episode of the We're Not Stumped podcast, host Mike Bolland welcomes Nicole Cuervo, the founder and CEO of Springrose, a groundbreaking company redefining adaptive intimates for women with disabilities, limited mobility, and chronic pain. Nicole’s passion for inclusivity and empowerment stems from her own personal experiences. Inspired by her grandmother Rose, who lived with arthritis and chronic pain, Nicole realized the lack of functional yet fashionable clothing options for women facing similar challenges. In 2020, she launched Springrose to fill that gap, blending innovation with empathy to create a line of intimates that prioritize comfort, style, and accessibility.

By |December 3rd, 2024|Limb Loss Due To Medical Condition, Lower Limb Amputees|Comments Off on Latisha Judkins’ Journey: Surviving Flesh-Eating Bacteria and Thriving After Amputation

Share This Story, Choose Your Platform!

Go to Top