Well Beyond Medicine: The Nemours Children's Health Podcast
Well Beyond Medicine: The Nemours Children's Health Podcast
Nemours Children's Health
Ep. 157: Celebrating Heritage & Advancing Health: A Conversation with Dr. Adela Casas-Melley
28 minutes Posted Oct 2, 2025 at 9:00 am.
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In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we speak with Adela Casas-Melley, MD, Chair of Surgery, Nemours Children's Health. She shares her journey from a young Cuban immigrant in Miami to a leader in pediatric surgery, how her family’s belief in education guided her, the challenges she faced, and the legacy she’s creating through mentorship and advocacy. Watch the episode on YouTube. Featuring: Adela Casas-Melley, MD, Chair of Surgery, Nemours Children's Health Host/Producer: Carol Va...