In this episode of 'In Safe Hands', we meet Jamie Mines, a former semi-professional footballer and scaffolder whose life drastically changed after a building site accident that led to him losing all his limbs. Jamie shares his emotional and physical journey from adjusting to life with prosthetics to undergoing a double hand transplant through the pioneering team at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Despite the challenges, Jamie's determination, inspired by his twin daughters, shines through. He discusses the psychological and physical hurdles he faced during the transplant process and his gradual recovery, including the psychological support he received. Jamie's story highlights the personal and emotional aspects of the hand transplant process and the importance of mental resilience.

Produced by Under the Mast, this episode provides a moving insight into resilience, medical innovation, and the human spirit. The podcast is presented by Caroline Verdon

You can find out more about hand and upper limb transplants at LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST here

00:00 Introduction to Leeds Hand Transplant Team

00:45 Meet Jamie Mines: A Life Changed by Accident

01:31 The Journey to Recovery: From ICU to Rehabilitation

05:00 Discovering Hand Transplants: A New Hope

09:36 The Psychological and Physical Challenges

14:07 Life After the Transplant: Adjustments and Reflections

24:28 Advice for Future Hand Transplant Patients

26:09 Preview of the Next Episode