Robotics change man's life after losing both arms in horrific workplace accident | Australian Story
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Published 2019-12-02
Now, in a world-first procedure, he is being fitted with two robotic arms that he will control with his mind.
Overseeing this complex process is renowned orthapaedic surgeon Dr Munjed al Muderis. The two men have much in common. Both fled Iraq in fear of their lives, arriving in Australia by boat. Both spent time in detention centres where they used the time to educate themselves.
Australian Story filmed with Ghanim over six months, following this medical miracle as it unfolded.
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All Comments (21)
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With an attitude like his, Australia would be lucky to have him. I hope he continues to improve, that immigration see sense and let him stay, and that his family is able to join him ASAP.
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How cruel of australia to send his family away from him. His mental health took an obvious battering as well as his poor kids needing their daddy. his family pose no threat to australia whatsoever. I pray that someone in authority there sees the benefit to them all and ensures that this loving family is reunited in australia permanently
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"I lost my hands, to see my family" I'm not religious but I like to think that we're all connected and that collective thought has real world impact. We should all pray for this great mans health.
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Great man,truly great!
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Courageous man! To keep your spirits up and focus on your goals in spite of all like throws at you. Courageous medical team! Prayers and best wishes for you and your lovely family from USA.
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Beautiful family and friends, wonderful courageous man, and we are truly blessed to have such amazing Drs and all of the medical staff here, and everyone who provides the research, technology and day to day care of patients. This man needs his family!!!
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What a man! Australia would be lucky to have you and your family here.
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Wow what an awsome story
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The first time I have heard a Doctor or anyone for that matter be realistic and say “you can’t even wipe your own bottom”. Good on her.
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Wonderful happy ending for a great man and his beautiful family. Those surgeons and medical staff are fantastic.
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What an inspiration you are to anyone who will have the good fortune to view your story. I pray you and your family are permanently united in your near future. God Bless you!
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I hope the surgery works out for this young man 😊👍❤✌
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Amazing
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Wait!.... Is this the amazing surgeon who helped the courageous farmer who got caught under farm machinery and lost both legs?!! He's awesome. Thank you for training and learning and being here in Australia to help us! It's so easy to lump refugees into a 'scab' category....this should help Aussies understand there are extenuating circumstances for everyone.
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Robotic technology has advanced so much. That it actually helped this patient use a left hand to grip object's.. Thank you to all for making his wish into a reality.🥰😢❤️🩹🙏🏼🦾🤜🏾
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I hope his family are allowed to live in Australia - this people are quality people and the rift raft that the govt let’s in it’s embarrassing if they don’t let his family in
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الله يسعدك ابو علاوي
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Amazing patient, amazing surgeon- kudos to both!
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What do you mean Mind Control? All human body parts are mind controlled. In that case, I have a flesh and blood body that is controlled by my mind.
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What a great story. All the best mate. I'm shattered with what happened in the senate today. To the coalition government, shame shame shame.
