Episode #11: Delaine Anderson – Journey from Urban to Rural

Delaine Anderson

About The Episode

In this inspiring episode, Delaine Anderson shares her journey from Southern California to becoming a rural family medicine physician. Along the way, she reflects on the importance of community, resilience, and self-care. Delaine offers thoughtful insights on rural health, mentorship, and the power of meaningful connections, reminding us that investing in our communities and in ourselves can create lasting, positive change.

Delaine Anderson’s LinkedIn

Wisconsin Academy for Rural Medicine

University of Buffalo Family Medicine Residency

“I vow to give back to my community with every thought, every breath, because of what my community has done for me over time. And I just want to share that joy!”

About The Podcast

Join our founder, Teresa Kittridge, as she sets out every week to interview 100 women who have made a difference in rural communities and beyond. These are women who have led positive change while overcoming challenges and breaking barriers.

We see a future where more rural women lead positive change for themselves, their families, communities, the nation, and the world. Our mission with this podcast is to highlight the amazing women making a difference in our rural communities & inspiring others to take leadership in theirs.

Explore past episodes from our podcast series, 100 Rural Women and Their Stories.