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adoption into a unique and noble
creation, Naomi’s Fund. Created by
Andy and Julie through Lifesong
for Orphans, Naomi’s Fund is for
families who wish to adopt a child
but who are unable due to financial
barriers. Naomi’s Fund donates
funds to parents as necessary and
also contributes to schools for
orphans in Ethiopia where it is
currently helping to build a high
school.
Andy and Julie Gould hope to
facilitate 40 adoptions through the
service. So far, they’ve been able to
help 18 children find good homes.
it’s kind of cultish or whatever. But I love the fact that it’s a full
body exercise. Basically, you’re looking at strength, flexibility and
endurance all together,” he said. “I think this is a more sustainable
and long term fitness method. Every day is new.”
Dr. Gould, age 46, practices CrossFit multiple times per week in
a group setting at Derby City CrossFit. “I’ve gotten to know a lot of
really great people. A lot of them are half my age but we encourage
each other, push each other. I’m always trying to keep up with the
younger guys.” Another advantage to the program is that it’s time
sensitive, requiring only an hour each day.
Although he’s loved medicine and fitness since he was in school,
Dr. Gould’s most passionate subjects are also his more recent, his
wife and three daughters. The Goulds’ oldest daughter, Libby, is 13.
Their younger two, Mia and Sophie, are both 9 and were adopted
from Indiana and China respectively.
“I don’t think we’ll stop at 40,
but hitting that number will be
pretty exciting,” said Dr. Gould. “I
actually traveled with some friends
of ours to Ethiopia when they went
to adopt their daughter. That trip was incredible. I visited some
orphanages and assisted in basic medical care. And I got to see them
meet their new daughter, Maddie, and bring her home.”
In his free time, professional time and family time, Dr. Gould is a
natural collaborator and a humble embodiment of the Hippocratic
Oath. Caring for patients as a physician, improving the practice
of medicine as a researcher, and helping families in need as a cofounder of Naomi’s Fund, he serves all, quietly working in the heart
of Louisville.
Note: Aaron Burch is the communications specialist for the Greater
Louisville Med