Dr. Kodi Azari

Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Plastic Surgery at UCLA Medical Center, Chief of Reconstructive Transplantation, and Medical Co-Director of Operation MEND. Lead surgeon on numerous hand transplantation operations, including the first double hand and first arm transplant in the US.

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Dec 16, 2024 • 1h 5min

Dr. Kodi Azari: Leveling Up “Landing the Helicopter”

Dr. Kodi Azari, a leading figure in hand surgery and reconstructive transplantation at UCLA, shares his expertise on mastering intricate procedures like carpal tunnel release and Dupuytren's contracture. He discusses the importance of personalizing patient care, building rapport, and the art of surgical precision. Azari also emphasizes the value of mentorship and training in surgery, and reflects on the emotional impact of hand transplantation, likening patients to circling helicopters—ever in need of careful guidance.

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