"Marathon Runner's Battle: How COVID Paralyzed My Diaphragm"
Gerald Branim, a marathon runner, shares his struggle with diaphragm paralysis caused by COVID-19, leading to severe lung damage and a year-long inability to run or walk. After a diagnosis and phrenic nerve reconstruction surgery by Dr. Matthew Kaufman, Branim made a remarkable recovery, surpassing his goal of running a half-marathon within a year of the surgery. He now aims to raise awareness about diaphragm paralysis and emphasizes the importance of patients advocating for themselves when facing unusual health challenges.