Dr. Phyllisa Deroze is a literature professor and global diabetes patient advocate originally from South Florida. She was diagnosed with diabetes in 2011 and began blogging at DiagnosedNOTdefeated.com almost immediately and founded Black Diabetic Info in 2012; a website dedicated to increasing culturally competent diabetes information. Phyllisa has graced the cover of Health Monitor magazine and been featured in Diabetic Living, Diabetes Focus, and other magazines and newsletters. Her passion for diabetes lifestyle advocacy can be seen in her YouTube vlogs, social media posts, in-person workshops, published essays, and keynote speeches that she has given in five countries. Her motto "Diagnosed Not Defeated," is an inspiration for anyone diagnosed with diabetes or any chronic illness. 

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