As his CF doctor, I have had the pleasure of watching Dugan grow and mature into a confident self-advocate for himself and his health. Living with CF is a challenge, requiring not only daily therapies but a real attention to one's overall health and well being. Treatments include inhaled medications, nutritional supplements, airway clearance, and exercise. Even for individuals with CF who are in good health, the daily care regimen can take several hours per day. As a teenager, Dugan would at times struggle with this routine, and our CF team spent a lot of time trying to help him and his family identify ways for him to manage his chronic care, reduce his treatment barriers, and become the captain of his health care team. It is clear that has found ways not simply to treat CF, but is now thriving as a young man living with CF. He has recognized that by maintaining good health and a positive outlook he can focus on his life beyond CF. He is an excellent role model for others that are challenged by their daily care and health needs and will be a great mentor to others with CF or any other chronic health condition.