Patient Spotlight Archive — Page 7 of 12
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December 15, 2021
Down syndrome patient celebrates anniversary of novel transplant
Vanderbilt patient Joe Eitl was among the first patients in the country with Down syndrome to undergo a heart and liver transplant. -
December 9, 2021
Mary Marlowe decided to donate one of her kidneys. Four people received transplants as a result.
“It is amazing to see all the pieces come together from one person’s generosity.” -
October 26, 2021
Lydia Gross is 100. She just piloted a plane for the first time — and she heard every sound because of her cochlear implants.
Performing an elective procedure on an older patient initially raised concerns for her doctor, David Haynes — but the results have been a resounding success -
July 23, 2021
The little boy was in the swimming pool, not breathing. Thanks to CPR, first responders and LifeFlight, he is fine.
It should have been a joyous day. It almost turned tragic. -
July 21, 2021
Father, son benefit from jaw reconstruction guided by 3D virtual planning
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May 17, 2021
Marcus Trammell almost died on his way to pick up some pandemic takeout. A year later, his amazing rehab journey continues.
The long way back from the turn lane in front of Dino's Bar and Grill -
April 29, 2021
Innovative techniques help treat boy’s rare condition
Carter Ray has never been inside his family home. As a matter of fact, since he was born on Nov. 3, 2019, he has only lived in a hospital.