In January 2023, Brent Beardall experienced a life-changing airplane accident that set him on a challenging path to recovery. Join us as we share Brent's inspiring journey at Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital, where he worked alongside an incredible healthcare team dedicated to his rehabilitation.
This video highlights the power of advanced medical care, resilience, and the unbreakable human spirit. We are proud to support Brent's recovery and hope his story motivates others facing their own challenges.
"My nose was essentially severed from my face. My right leg had a compound fracture, both bones sticking out of the leg,” Beardall said. “My pelvic bone was destroyed. Both arms were embedded in the cockpit."
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