Connie Panzarino

From WikiMD's Food, Medicine & Wellness Encyclopedia

ConniePanzarino1965
Connie Panzarino
NationalityAmerican
OccupationDisability rights activist, writer
Notable work
The Me in the Mirror


Connie Panzarino was an American disability rights activist and writer. She is best known for her autobiography, The Me in the Mirror, which details her life experiences and challenges as a person with a disability.

Early Life[edit | edit source]

Connie Panzarino was born with spinal muscular atrophy, a genetic disorder that affects the control of muscle movement. Despite her physical limitations, she pursued her education and became an advocate for the rights of people with disabilities.

Career[edit | edit source]

Panzarino's career was marked by her dedication to disability rights and her efforts to improve accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. She worked with various organizations to promote equal rights and opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

The Me in the Mirror[edit | edit source]

The Me in the Mirror is Panzarino's autobiography, published in 1994. The book provides an intimate look at her life, detailing her personal struggles and triumphs. It has been praised for its candid and powerful portrayal of living with a disability.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Connie Panzarino's work has had a lasting impact on the disability rights movement. Her advocacy and writing have inspired many and contributed to greater awareness and understanding of the challenges faced by people with disabilities.

See Also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]


Wiki.png

Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD


Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.

Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD