ATLANTA — A 33-year-old father of four who spent over a month in the ICU with COVID-19 has recovered and gone home.
Jarrod Wynn was at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center being treated for the coronavirus for a month-and-a-half, the hospital said. He was intubated for a long period of time.
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On Monday, the hospital announced Wynn's remarkable recovery and posted a video of the moments he was discharged.
"With a lot of help from doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists and physical and occupational therapists, Jarrod has made huge progress!" the hospital wrote. "We wish you all the best, Jarrod!"
Video shows staff members wheeling a smiling Wynn toward the exit doors of the hospital. The joy from the hospital staff is apparent as they cheer, clap and dance.
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Before he exited the building, Wynn took a moment to thank all the people who helped him get better. Some nurses wiped away tears as he made his short speech.
“I really do appreciate it from the bottom of my heart and my family’s heart,” Wynn said.
Congratulations on your recovery, Jarrod!
Victory WalkJarrod Wynn has recovered from COVID and is going home! Jarrod, who is 33 years old and has four children, has been in the hospital for 1 ½ months. He was critically ill in the ICU, and was intubated for a long period of time. But with a lot of help from doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists and physical and occupational therapists, Jarrod has made huge progress! Our staff filled the lobby and cheered for him as he left the hospital today. We wish you all the best, Jarrod! #COVID19 #PeopleCare
Posted by Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center on Friday, May 1, 2020
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