March 26, 2010 — a date burned into the memory of Todd Nicely and the surgeons who fought to keep him alive. In this powerful and emotional episode, Todd reunites with the very medical team that worked tirelessly to save him after he was critically injured in Afghanistan.
From the helicopter landing zone to the makeshift surgical tent at Camp Dwyer, you’ll hear firsthand accounts from the general surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses who responded in a matter of minutes to a devastating injury. They reflect on trauma, teamwork, and the moment they realized “this is one we can save.”
⚠️ Bring tissues — this one hits hard.
Featuring:
- Paul Roach (General Surgeon)
- Alex Evans (General Surgeon)
- Amy Zetchuk (Shock Trauma Nurse)
- Steven Blackwell (Anesthesiologist)
- Craig Randall (Orthopedic Surgeon)
🩸 Learn about the Walking Blood Bank.
💉 Hear what 47 units of blood really means.
❤️ And discover the unlikely moments of humor that can still shine through the darkest of days.
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