Author Talk: Melissa Marquis In-Person
A nurse for twenty-five years, author Melissa Marquis has worked in a variety of healthcare and public health arenas throughout her career. Melissa spends her days working full-time as an emergency response specialist in Connecticut and volunteering with her local church community and the Steffens Scleroderma Foundation. She loves spending time with family and friends and also spending time outdoors in nature.
“Invisible” addresses the feelings of being overlooked and dismissed often experienced by those with autoimmune conditions. After enduring over twelve years of complex symptoms and countless specialist visits, Marquis’s determination and clinical expertise finally led her to a diagnosis. Drawing on her extensive nursing background and personal experiences, she expertly navigates the healthcare system, providing invaluable insights on obtaining necessary care.