Born in 1973 in Vinh Long, Vietnam, Dr. Le and his family embarked on a harrowing journey, escaping the country by boat to Indonesia in 1982. After spending a year in various refugee camps, they resettled in the United States in 1983.
In this episode, Dr. Le reflects on his family's initial struggles with financial hardship upon arriving in the US, a challenge that fueled his determination to pursue a career in medicine. He attributes his optimism as his driving force and gratitude as his superpower, propelling him to make positive contributions to his community.
Beyond his medical practice, Dr. Le has been actively involved in community service. Since 2013, he and his wife have volunteered with Honor Flight San Diego, accompanying veterans on tours to Washington, DC. Additionally, he has organized pop-up medical clinics for the homeless in Father Joe's Villages and Santa Ana, demonstrating his commitment to providing healthcare to underserved populations.
In 2019, Dr. Le joined the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee of the USS Midway Museum, where he now serves as Chair and a member of the Museum's Board of Directors, advocating for community outreach and inclusivity.
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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and AAPI Identity │ 2x28
The Rising Generation of Activists │ 2x27
Finishing Feature Films with Stephen Nakamura │ 2x26
AANHPI Women in Military Leadership │ 2x25
Helping Heal At-Risk Youth with Connie Chung │ 2x24
Representation Behind the Scenes │ 2x23
LGBTQ+ Activism in the Military │ 2x22
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The American Secret War in Laos │ 2x13
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