Monday, January 10, 2022

Heroes don't always wear capes ...

 

   The letter arrived today from [link > Anatomy Gifts Registry] with the information on how [link > mom's] donation of her body made three significant contributions to research programs.

     She contributed to advancements in otolaryngologic surgery at a training seminar for surgical intervention of disorders of the ear, nose, and throat.  The training on the delicate anatomical structures and nerve connections involved in that area will help patients with congenital or acquired defects to hear, breathe, smell, speak, or swallow successfully.

     Her donation also aided the training of another group of physicians on minimally invasive surgery for the treatment of cancer or deformity of the kidneys, uterus, and bladder.  They trained using robotics and imaging techniques which helps to decrease hospital stays, risks of infection, and pain, and it helps patients have a faster return to normal activities.

     Finally, she helped train another group of physicians in the creation of vascularized tissue flaps for use in the reconstruction of a patient's anatomy affected by trauma, cancer, deformity, or other major surgery.  This type of surgery and tissue reconstruction doesn't just help with physical healing, but also a patient's emotional and psychological healing.

     "Sibyl's gift has played a vital role in promoting excellence for patient-centered advancements in medicine, and the donation has truly left a lasting impression on humankind."

     Heroes don't always wear capes.

3 comments:

  1. This is why i want my family to donate my body for research. There's so much more to learn, always.

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