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First Robotic Kidney Transplant in Region
University of Kentucky just pulled off a medical milestone: the first robotic kidney transplant in their four-state region. Patient Jeff Johnson, nearly 60 days post-op, calls the experience “seamless” — barely needing pain meds and already thinking about returning to work. The surgery, led by Dr. Matthew Black, used robotic assistance to make incisions smaller and recovery faster. The donor? Johnson’s son-in-law, James, who kept his involvement a secret until after testing. Both are recovering well, and Johnson is now an advocate, praising the tech and urging others to consider it. This…
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