Dr. Arnall Patz, a pioneer in determining the causes of retrolental fibroplasia (now called retinopathy of prematurity) and reducing the risks of blindness to premature infants, passed away this week.
I will be forever grateful to doctors and researchers like Dr. Patz, who I will never meet nor even know of, but who made wonderful contributions to neonatology and whose work had a significant impact on Eliza's outcome.
Thanks Dr. Patz.
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Sometimes I reread the lines under Eliza's photo and just reflect on what a miracle her survival really was. How fortunate you both are to have each other and a community of medical professionals like Dr. Patz.
ReplyDeleteThank you Dr.Patz and thank you too:)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Dr. Patz. More than words can say.
ReplyDeleteIt frightens and amazes me when I think how many people's intelligence and research have contributed to the survival of babies as tiny as Eliza and Jess. It is simply astounding.
That was a wonderful post about Dr.Patz. I too am a mom of a micro-preemie. My son was 1 day shy of 26 weeks and was 1 and a half pounds. He had Stage 2 ROP but it has since reversed. You are so right, al lof the unsung heros that make it possible for our children to even attempt to have a shot at overcoming this amazing journey. Thanks again.
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