Heidi Sykora is a dedicated Nurse Practitioner and Healthcare Executive who earned her doctorate in nursing in 2011. Despite facing numerous health challenges throughout her life, she demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination, pushing through work and school to achieve her goals.

After an early retirement due to disability, Dr. Sykora has continued to advocate for the safe use and understanding of kratom among healthcare professionals. She is passionate about providing accurate information and reducing the stigmatization of kratom users.