How to Live a Significant Life |

Dr. Ndidi Musa | TEDxBelltown Women

What if success is not the true measure of a life well lived?

In this talk, Dr. Ndidi Musa draws from her journey as a child escaping civil war in Nigeria, and her decades of leadership in pediatric critical care, to explore what it really means to live a significant life. Despite challenges, she built a distinguished career in pediatric critical care, international coaching, and leadership in medicine, which shaped her belief that significance comes from service.

Blending personal story, service, and hard-earned wisdom, she challenges the quiet grip of impostor syndrome and reminds us that our deepest worth is found not in status, but in how we show up for others. Dr. Musa offers a powerful call to lead with purpose, resilience, and impact. Dr. Ndidi Musa is a Professor, Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist, and certified executive coach with 30+ years of leadership in academic medicine. She directs the UW Pediatrics Coaching Program and is recognized globally for advancing critical care in resource-limited settings and empowering healthcare leaders to thrive with clarity and purpose.

Learn More about Dr. Ndidi Musa’s work here.