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Teen Cancer Survivor Triumphs with Innovative Surgery Technique

6/1/2025

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At just 19, Karla Flores bravely battled two rare chordomas, undergoing intricate surgeries under the skilled hands of Dr. Mohamed Labib. Thanks to the groundbreaking "third nostril" technique, her spinal tumor was safely removed. Now 20 and cancer-free, Karla faces daunting medical bills, while Labib envisions this method benefiting future patients.

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Story summary

At just 19, Karla Flores bravely battled two rare chordomas, undergoing intricate surgeries under the skilled hands of Dr. Mohamed Labib. Thanks to the groundbreaking "third nostril" technique, her spinal tumor was safely removed. Now 20 and cancer-free, Karla faces daunting medical bills, while Labib envisions this method benefiting future patients.