She Survived a Brain Tumor, Then She Rebuilt Her Life: Emily Dawson’s Realaunch Story

Emily Dawson, DHA, MBA, MSN, is a healthcare executive, registered nurse, and the co-founder of Avinity Health in Scottsdale, Arizona. With more than 16 years of experience, Emily has worked across clinical leadership, quality improvement, patient experience, and healthcare operations. In today’s episode, Emily joins me to discuss the relaunch that changed the direction of her life. In 2014, after being diagnosed with a rare brain tumor, she also shares how you can take charge of both your health and life. We dive into how that experience changed the way Emily viewed her career, leadership, and what she was capable of accomplishing. Emily also shares what pushed her to work harder, take on more responsibility, and how she realized that she did not have to wait for someone else to decide when she was ready for the next opportunity. Emily also reveals how her experiences in healthcare shaped her vision for Avinity Health, a health optimization and longevity clinic focused on taking a more proactive and personalized approach to healthcare. The conversation goes into the difference between reactive and preventative healthcare, the importance of listening to your body, regular checkups and lab work, understanding your health history, and knowing when symptoms should be taken seriously. Emily also shares an update on her health following her brain tumor surgery and explains how the experience changed her perspective on life. Join us today as we dive into Emily’s brain tumor diagnosis, rebuilding after surgery, creating your own opportunities, entrepreneurship, preventative healthcare, and how to truly take charge of your health. — If this episode lit something inside you, that quiet knowing that you’re meant for more, then I want to personally invite you into the most powerful room of the year. ReLaunch To A Rich Life LIVE is a transformative, neuroscience-backed 3-day experience happening September 17–19, 2026 in Scottsdale, Arizona. It’s designed for women who are done playing small and ready to step into clarity, confidence, and next-level success, not just in business, but in health, wealth, relationships, and life. This isn’t another event, it’s a quantum upgrade into the life you’re meant to live. Join women who are ready to rewire their identity, elevate their frequency, and claim a Rich Life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside. Learn more and join us in September — Visit Emily Dawson’s website: Avinity Health Connect with Emily on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avinityhealth/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-dawson-dha-mba-msn-rn-lnc-b401aa2b/ — Connect with Hilary: Website: https://www.therelaunch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilarydecesare/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReLaunchCo Interested in being a guest on the ReLaunch Podcast or booking Hilary as a guest? Email us at [hello@therelaunch.com](mailto:hello@therelaunch.com) Find Us on Your Favorite Podcast App: https://www.therelaunch.com/relaunch-to-a-rich-life-podcast/