Beyond Skin and Muscle: Face Transplantation

“The face is the most visible part of you.”
Surgeon Maria Siemionow, M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc.

For many people, the idea of a full face transplant raises numerous questions. In “Face: The Final Frontier of Transplantation” (Spring/2006, pages 20-23), we discuss the issues surrounding whole facial tissue transplantation. Now it’s your turn: Tell us what you think.

1. To what extent do you agree with the statement, “A face is connected to identity” ?

    Strongly agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree

2. Do you think medicine has gone too far by moving forward with face transplant surgery?

    Yes
    No
    Unsure

If you said yes, or are unsure, please explain:

3. Do you think face transplant is too risky to try at this time?

Yes
No

If you said yes, please explain:

4. Would you consider donating your facial tissue?

Yes
No

If you said no, please explain:

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