Face to Face

My Quest to Perform the World's First Full Face Transplant

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My Quest to Perform the World's First Full Face Transplant
Maria Siemionow

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The Polish-born surgeon describes her life and career, discussing her research and determination that led to performing the first face transplant in 2008.

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A Surgeon's Memoir Of 'Full Face Transplant'

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In 2008, Dr. Maria Siemionow and a team of doctors made history when they performed the first near-total face transplant in the United States. Siemionow writes about the procedure in the memoir Face to Face.

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Face to Face

My Quest to Perform the World's First Full Face Transplant

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Face to Face

My Quest to Perform the World's First Full Face Transplant

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Book Summary

Genres:

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Science

A Surgeon's Memoir Of 'Full Face Transplant'

More From Arts & Life

Food

Gourmands Through The Ages: 'A History Of Food In 100 Recipes'

Remembrances

James Gandolfini Dies; 'Sopranos' Actor Was 51

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From Classic Toys To New Twists, Kids Go Back To Blocks

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The Martini: This American Cocktail May Have An International Twist

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