Bring Dr. René To Your Stage
Resilience Isn’t a Personality Trait. It’s a Method.
Dr. René teaches organizations and leaders how to transform limitations into their most powerful assets through her signature L.Y.M.I.T.S. Method™.
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Signature Keynotes
From Limits To Leverage:
Transform Your Greatest Challenges Into Your Greatest Success
What if your biggest obstacle isn't blocking your path — it IS the path?
Dr. René was rejected from medical school 50 times before becoming a Castle Connolly Top Doctor. Through her signature L.Y.M.I.T.S. Method™, she shows audiences how to identify the hidden advantage inside every setback and turn limitations into their most powerful strategic asset.
Your audience will leave with:
A proven framework for converting obstacles into competitive advantages
The ability to replace the language of limitation with the language of leverage
Renewed confidence to pursue goals that once seemed impossible
Ideal for: Corporate leadership summits • Healthcare conferences • University convocations • Professional association annual meetings • Employee engagement events
Formats: Keynote (30–60 min) • Workshop (half-day) • Breakout session • Virtual
Everyone wants the shortcut. But what if the wait IS the strategy?
Dr. René spent years in medicine's waiting room — rejected, rerouted, and told to choose a different dream. She didn't just survive the wait. She learned how to use it. In this keynote, she reveals why life's pauses aren't punishment — they're preparation — and gives audiences a framework for turning transition into their most productive season.
Your audience will leave with:
The ability to reframe rejection as purposeful redirection, not evidence of failure
Tools to shift from passive waiting to strategic positioning during seasons of uncertainty
Permission to trust their own timeline instead of measuring progress against someone else's
Ideal for: Teams navigating change or restructuring • Professionals in career transition • University students and graduates • Nonprofit organizations • Anyone feeling stuck waiting for their breakthrough
Formats: Keynote (30–60 min) • Workshop • Breakout session • Virtual
Waiting Rooms:
Why Slow Success Is Your Superior Advantage
Who Gets To Heal? |TEDx Sarasota March 2026
Dr. René is heading to TEDx Sarasota 2026!
What if the system deciding who becomes your doctor is measuring the wrong things — and every rejected healer means patients who won't get the care they need?
Drawing from her own journey of 50 medical school rejections, Dr. René challenges audiences to rethink who "belongs" in healthcare and why it matters for every patient, every community, and every one of us.
Your audience will leave with:
A new lens for questioning why we trust a test score to decide who gets to heal
An understanding of why every rejected healer represents patients who will never receive the care they deserve
The conviction to champion a broader definition of "qualified" — one that includes resilience, cultural competency, and lived experience
Ideal for: Healthcare organizations • Medical schools • Health equity conferences • DEI summits • Legislative and policy audiences • Anyone invested in the future of patient care
Formats: Keynote (30–60 min) • Grand rounds • Panel discussion • Virtual
What It's Like to Work With Dr. René
Every engagement is customized. Here's what your planning process looks like:
1. Discovery Call — We'll discuss your audience, goals, and event theme.
2. Custom Tailoring — Dr. René adapts her content to align with your message and desired outcomes.
3. Pre-Event Coordination — AV specs, promotional materials, and social media assets provided.
4. Day-Of Energy — Dr. René brings the same intentionality backstage that she brings on stage.
5. Post-Event Follow-Up — Recap, attendee resources, and continued connection.
Available for: Keynote addresses • Breakout sessions • Panel discussions • Fireside chats • Workshops • Virtual events
“Dr. René led a session for a group of 10–15-year-old girls who are beginning to explore careers in health, and it was incredibly inspiring and heartfelt. She shared her journey to medical school with honesty and authenticity, helping the girls see that resilience and determination are key parts of success. She also reminded them not to be afraid of making big moves or big changes in pursuit of their goals — that taking bold steps can be uncomfortable at first but will pay off in the long run. Beyond her powerful message, she was so warm and friendly with the girls, joining in on their laughs and fun, which made the session feel personal and uplifting. The girls left feeling motivated and empowered to keep believing in themselves. They were engaged from start to finish and continued talking about her message long after the session ended. Her warmth, authenticity, and willingness to connect on a personal level made a lasting impression, and we'd love to have her back for future programming."
- Sarah Gaudron, Founder SHE’S GOT GOALS/SNEAKERS TO SCRUBS
Why This Message Matters:
Dr. René in Her Own Words
Why failure is not punishment
Why winning sometimes means fighting the same battle twice
The hidden purpose behind your most painful moments
Speaker Resources
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