Nicholas Kelly

Nicholas Kelly

Speaker | Dietitian | Author | Advocate - Define Your Success LLC
Nicholas Kelly’s approach to life is filled with compassion, artistry, knowledge, and a deep-rooted desire to do good in the world. Diagnosed at three-months-old with cystic fibrosis by his mother, he never let his condition prevent him from pursuing a “normal” life. He worked hard, overcame obstacles to thrive in all that he did, including earning a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree from Bowling Green State University, after which he became a dietitian. In addition to his academic success, he is a poet, educator, authot, and decorated speaker. He draws from his personal experiences to inspire others to live to their full potential, use their strengths, remain positive, and advocate for themselves and others. He is an advocate for the CF community gaining recognition for his efforts in the media, national and local organizations, and patient-centric speeches.

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From Patient to Professional: Nicholas Kelly on Advocacy and Connection

Send us Fan Mail What happens when someone who has spent a lifetime as a patient also becomes a healthcare professional? Nicholas Kelly has lived with cystic fibrosis since he was just three months old. But when you hear his story, you quickly realize that CF is only one part of who he is. Nicholas ...