‘Light in the heart, light in the eyes’: Chinese eye surgeon stabbed by patient 3 years ago is back at work, ready to ‘rid world of blindness’
- Renowned eye surgeon whose career was blighted by knife-wielding patient 3 years ago is back at work and on an inspiring new mission.
- After overcoming the challenges stabbing injuries brought, his scientific research is benefiting eye patients across China
A renowned Chinese eye surgeon whose career was blighted three years ago when he was stabbed in the hand by a patient is back at work and has reinvented himself as a scientific researcher.
The inspirational story of Tao Yong has put him back in the spotlight and provided motivation to countless people.
The loss of physical capacity caused by the violent incident had a profound impact on Tao, altering almost every facet of his life.
But the stabbing in January 2020 failed to quell his quest to return to the operating room and then some, by pursuing scientific research, mentoring aspiring ophthalmologists and engaging in public service.
The stabbing took place at Chaoyang Hospital in January 2020 while Tao was on duty.
A former patient, Cui Zhengguo, attacked him with a kitchen knife and claimed he was dissatisfied with the medical treatment he received from Tao.