Waiting, but not idle

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A patient who is on a heart transplant waiting list became the first participant with a total artificial heart to complete the 4.2-mile course at the annual Pat’s Run event in Tucson, Ariz. AZ Central Channel i2 News reported on the accomplishment.

 

Man with artificial heart finishes Pat’s Run

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