Speaking Events

"Susan Vitalis is anything but predictable—she will keep you on your toes! Her professionalism and intelligence, coupled with her quick wit and genuine sense of humor, create a dynamic and engaging presentation. Susan's experience and passion run far deeper than her excellence as a doctor. She has a profound desire to help people experience healing—not only physically, but also through the love of Jesus manifested in her life and ministry. Watching her speak stirs something in you and awakens a desire to live more selflessly and intentionally. What I appreciate most about Susan is her humility and authenticity. She has a remarkable ability to be completely genuine and vulnerable, even with an audience of total strangers. Her presence is refreshing—like a spring of living water—and you leave not only having been inspired, but wanting to become a better version of yourself."

— Sarah

"Dr. Susan Vitalis really opened my eyes to the physical, intellectual and emotional challenges missionaries face every day. You'll be sitting at the edge of your seats as she tells tales of escaping from Sudan and shed a tear at how sweetly children relate to new people in their village. It was a wonderful eye opening day."

— Judy

"Her stories of real life experiences exude the love of the triune God. Inspiration from the person who thinks she is on the track she has chosen in life, only to find out she is guided to head in another direction, actually to be pursuing the unknown. Nothing is more richly shared than Susan's stories of her experiences in her life journey. Susan is inspiring through sharing her life's twists and turns always tuned into what God is directing. Susan's stories make one think about searching in prayer with Jesus as major decisions confront one's life journey. Exhibits the life of a true servant of the Lord."

— Carolyn

"The retreat time flew by as we listened to your fascinating stories of faith in action, interwoven with scripture, quotes, and photos."

— Ellen

"It was a joy to hear Susan M. Vitalis, MD at a recent church women's retreat in PA. Redirecting — Discovering Hope in the Unexpected. I immediately read her book on returning home from the retreat as my passion for mission was reawakened by her presentation. I highly encourage you to hear her impassioned message of hope."

— Sue, St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Hanover, PA

"Listening to Dr. Susan Vitalis tell a story is like sitting down to coffee with a good friend, except her life experiences are more dramatic than most of us will ever have. Her stories are gripping and powerful, yet she remains relatable. When you listen to her, you are captivated by her authenticity and the way she is able to evoke emotions and reactions. It is obvious that her faith is central to who she is and has gotten her through every scrape and close call along the way."

— Karoline