Grace Spence Green
Medical doctor and disability advocate. Author of 'To Exist As I Am', sharing her experiences navigating the medical system as a wheelchair user and advocating for disability awareness.
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Apr 7, 2021 • 28min
A falling man left me paralysed
Grace Spence Green, a 25-year-old trainee doctor, shares her harrowing experience of being critically injured when a man fell on her in a shopping center. She recounts her surreal recovery, the struggle of adjusting to life in a wheelchair, and the emotional turmoil that followed. Grace's surprising reactions to her trauma and the support she received reveal a profound depth of resilience. She also confronts issues surrounding ableism in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of accessibility and identity in her journey.
Aug 1, 2025 • 58min
Dr Grace Spence Green - On Recovery, Disability, and Radical Acceptance
Dr. Grace Spence Green, a medical doctor and disability advocate, shares her transformative journey after a spinal injury at 22. She reflects on the profound impact of ableism in healthcare and the vital role of empathy in patient interactions. Grace discusses the importance of redefining disability language and the need for inclusivity in medicine. She highlights how her experiences as a patient have enhanced her understanding of her own patients, calling for a shift in societal perceptions around disability and advocating for radical acceptance.
