UKnow: From drive-thru to OR: a twisted tale of UK patient's rare condition, complex surgery
For Jacob Whitt, the summer of 2023 consisted of a diagnosis of a rare condition, a complicated surgery and a harrowing recovery. Mark Cornelison | UK Photo
Unable to eat, Jacob received nutrients through an IV while a tube pumped fluids from his stomach. He lost 35 pounds in a month. Photos provided by the Whitt family.
On his last night in the hospital, Jacob and his girlfriend Ashton danced outside Good Samaritan. Photo provided by Jacob Whitt.