Authors:
Marissa Suchyta & Samir Mardini
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Learn moreWhether a child is living with a facial difference or struggling with bullying, this heartwarming story explores the ups and downs of growing up with a visible difference. Told through the lens of four children with a spectrum of facial differences, including vitiligo, port wine stain, Treacher Collins Syndrome, and cleft palate, this gentle story guides young listeners to build a healthy relationship with their appearance and better understand the challenges faced by others. Expertly crafted by world-renowned facial surgeon Samir Mardini, MD, and Marissa Suchyta, MD, PhD, My Extraordinary Face is a must-listen for any child struggling with self-acceptance. Filled with practical advice and reflective prompts, as well as impactful back matter, this indispensable tool teaches children to embrace their unique features and celebrates all that makes them who they are. Join along on this journey of self-love and acceptance!
Marissaย Suchyta, MD, PhD,ย is a dedicated physician-scientist with a passion for improving facial paralysis outcomes through innovative neurostimulation techniques. With degrees from Mayo Clinic and Harvard University, she brings a wealth of knowledge in biomedical sciences and human developmental biology. Inspired by the challenges faced by children with facial differences,ย Marissaย aims to bridge the gap with accessible family resources, making a lasting impact on patient care and well-being. She's based in Rochester, MN.
Samirย Mardini,ย MD,ย is a distinguished surgeon and Professor of Surgery at Mayo Clinic, specializing inย craniofacial surgeryย and facial reconstruction in children and adults. With over 185 peer-reviewed articles and three books published, his expertise in craniomaxillofacial surgery is globally recognized. As Director of the Craniofacial Clinic andย Facial Paralysis and Reanimation Clinicย as well as Surgical Director of Face Transplantation, Samir's dedication to helping children with facial clefts and differences extends worldwide, creating lasting transformations and restoring optimal function and aesthetics. He's based in Rochester, MN.
Sybil Johnson is a Voice Arts Award-nominated narrator and voice actor. An avid reader, she enjoys her role in making great books available in audio form. She lives in Florida with her family, where they donโt visit the beach as often as they should.
Audiobook details
Narrator:
Sybil Johnson
ISBN:
9781666660234
Length:
13 minutes
Language:
English
Publisher:
Mayo Clinic Press
Publication date:
May 14, 2024
Edition:
Unabridged
Libro.fm rank:
#1,753 Overall
Genre rank:
#9 in Perspectives on Disability