S. AFRICAN SURGEON WHO CURED DEAFNESS WITH 3D PRINTING

In 2019, South African surgeon Mashudu Tshifularo made history by becoming the first doctor to perform a 3D-printed middle-ear transplant, successfully restoring the hearing of a 35-year-old accident survivor. His work has revolutionised ENT (ear, nose and throat) surgery in South Africa and around the world. In 2000, he became the first and only ENT professor in his country. His groundbreaking work has garnered global recognition, earning him the Africa Genius Award. It’s also been referenced in the hit television show Grey’s Anatomy. Beyond his medical achievements, Tshifularo is a dedicated pastor and author, driven by a passion for transforming lives.