All Episodes

May 19, 2023 51 mins

101 - Dr. Salvatore Forcina was born during World War II in Scauri, Italy in April of 1941, before moving to Argentina in 1949. As an adult, he moved to the United States, where he completed two different residencies in general and vascular surgery and built a life. Dr. Forcina's recently published book, The American Doctor documents his struggles and successes as an immigrant to two countries.


Timestamps 

1:30 - Sal’s early live; postwar Italy and moving to Argentina; influence of his parents and emphasis on schooling 

9:00 - Facism in Italy 

12:00 - Life in Argentina, learning Spanish 

20:00 - Overcoming Adversity: The Road is Never Straight or Smooth 

24:00 - Moving to the United States in 1969; Finding Love 

30:00 - Perseverance 

41:00 - Being a Good Man 

46:00 - Motivation for writing The American Doctor 


Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/American-Doctor-Salvatore-J-Forcina-ebook/dp/B0B6KV6WVG


Bro Nouveau on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@bronouveau


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

Stuff You Should Know
Dateline NBC

Dateline NBC

Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

The Breakfast Club

The Breakfast Club

The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.