Kimberly AC Garza is a doctor in training. She was diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis at age eleven and wore a back brace for treatment over six years. Now that she has completed her treatment, she aims to advocate scoliosis awareness and inspire others to work hard toward their dreams. She is motivated to use her experiences with scoliosis to help improve the lives of many. For The Triumphs of Scoliosis chapter book, the author's image was photographed by Jenkins, Brandie.