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Face in the Mirror

A Surgeon, a Patient, and the Remarkable Story of the First Face Transplant at Mayo Clinic

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Face in the Mirror

Yazan: Jack El-Hai
Seslendiren: Pat Grimes
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For years, they came in on weekends to plan and practice—nearly sixty surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists, preparing to harmonize in a vast medical symphony. For the team at Mayo Clinic, it was their most complex surgery to date: a face transplant.

At the heart of this event was Andy Sandness. He grappled with feelings of isolation and shame after a disfiguring suicide attempt but was determined to reclaim his future, to be seen as ordinary, and to belong again. Alongside him was Dr. Samir Mardini, a surgeon with an intense, unwavering desire to transform medicine and create a new life for his patient.

Their story—told over nearly two decades—is a poignant exploration of resilience, hope, and friendship, as well as an incredible account of medical breakthroughs and scientific discovery that reveals the strength of the human spirit, and the courage to rise above our scars.

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So well researched. Presented really well so that I was disappointed when my journey ended and I had to switch off. Written beautifully. Inspirational. Eye-opening.

Gripping and inspiring

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the many layers within this book made it a special listen...from the advances in medicines by dedicated professionals and a chance to see that life can turn around. Those of us who survive suicidal periods in our lives simply pray that those unsure trust us that life can and does get better...just take a chance and reach out until you grasp on....

An amazing group of medical professionals, an amazing young man

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