Making medical history, a man from New Jersey who suffered severe burns in a car crash has received a new face and hands. The groundbreaking procedure has given him a chance at a new lease on life.
In an incredible feat of medical expertise and teamwork, New York University’s Langone Medical Center has achieved a groundbreaking milestone. After a grueling 23-hour operation led by a team of 140 medical professionals, Joe Dimeo has become the first person in the world to undergo a successful transplant of both his face and hands from the same donor. This remarkable achievement opens up new possibilities for individuals who have suffered severe facial and hand injuries, offering them the hope of a better quality of life.
According to Dimeo, he was pleased with the outcome of his surgery, which was performed successfully.
As he navigated through his new reality and the challenges that came with it, Dimeo turned to social media to share his story. One of the individuals who came across his posts was Jessica Kolby, a nurse hailing from Ohio.
Kolby was intrigued by Joe’s story and the experiences he had gone through. She felt a strong desire to learn more about him and his life. As fate would have it, Joe messaged her and they immediately hit it off. From that moment on, they became inseparable and continued to talk non-stop. Kolby shares her admiration for Joe’s resilience and strength in the face of adversity.
Their initial connection was rooted in their shared love for Boston Terriers, which laid the foundation for a strong bond to develop between them.
Kolby expresses her initial reaction as a mix of shock and sadness upon learning about the tragic incident. She couldn’t help but feel sorry for the victim, who was only 19 years old and had a promising life ahead of him. Seeing pictures of him in the burn unit added to her heartache, and she couldn’t help but think about the pain and suffering his parents must have endured. The experience left a deep impression on her, reminding her of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment with our loved ones.
Dimeo and Kolby have now made their home together in the beautiful North Bergen, New Jersey.
The couple’s romance is being ridiculed by some individuals on social media.
Kolby expresses her sadness towards the cruel remarks that are often made on social media. She finds it disheartening that some individuals choose to be so hateful towards others. It’s saddening to witness such negativity in the world.
Dimeo’s current face appears to be three decades older than his actual age. Interestingly, his transplanted face has the ability to grow hair, which he still shaves regularly.
Dimeo expresses his contentment with his new face by stating that he was simply relieved that it wasn’t a burned face.
Every single day, Dimeo engages in physical therapy exercises and he knows that he may require more surgeries in the future. Despite these challenges, having Kolby by his side makes everything a lot more manageable and bearable for him.
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