07/17/2026
"After a gunshot left Connie Culp’s face horribly disfigured, she became the first person in the U.S. to receive a full face transplant.
Over 30 surgeries, surgeons reconstructed her nose, jaw, cheeks, and skin, restoring not only her appearance but also her ability to breathe, eat, smell, speak, and smile.
Connie’s journey is a testament to courage, resilience, and the transformative power of modern medicine, showing that even the most devastating injuries can be overcome with hope and determination.
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