I AM YOU - Hannah Bunker

The podcast I Am You is hosted by Dr. Nitza Alvarez, a board-certified cardiologist and bestselling author. Each episode is designed to empower women to take control of their well-being and become the CEO of their own health.

In this episode, Dr. Alvarez speaks with Hannah Bunker, a vibrant 34-year-old woman who shares her long and painful journey toward a diagnosis of POTS—Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome. After experiencing symptoms since her teenage years, Hannah was repeatedly dismissed by medical professionals, told her symptoms were unrelated, imagined, or simply part of being a woman.

Despite years of being misdiagnosed and doubting her own intuition, Hannah’s persistence and the support of a close friend eventually led her to the answers she had been searching for. With an official diagnosis and care plan in place, Hannah has been able to regain control over her health and begin living with clarity and confidence.

This episode sheds light on a little-known condition that affects mostly young women and is often overlooked in clinical settings. It’s a story of resilience, advocacy, and the power of speaking up. Hannah’s experience is a compelling reminder that even when others dismiss your concerns, you owe it to yourself to dig deeper and demand to be heard.

Her story underscores why every woman must become the “CEO of her own health”—to lead with knowledge, challenge assumptions, and advocate for a better quality of life.