Todd Wider
Todd Wider is an American plastic surgeon, documentary film producer, and environmental activist. He is known for his work in the field of breast reconstruction surgery, particularly in the development and promotion of autologous tissue transfer techniques. Wider has also produced several critically acclaimed documentary films, including God Knows Where I Am and Taxi to the Dark Side.
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
Wider was born and raised in New York City. He attended Harvard University, where he studied biology and art history. He then went on to earn his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.
Medical career[edit | edit source]
Wider began his medical career as a plastic surgeon, specializing in breast reconstruction surgery. He is known for his work in the development and promotion of autologous tissue transfer techniques, which use a patient's own tissue to reconstruct the breast. This technique is considered a significant advancement in the field of breast reconstruction, as it offers a more natural look and feel than traditional implant-based methods.
Film career[edit | edit source]
In addition to his medical career, Wider has also produced several critically acclaimed documentary films. His first film, Taxi to the Dark Side, won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 2008. His other films include God Knows Where I Am, which tells the story of a woman's struggle with mental illness, and Semper Fi: Always Faithful, which explores the impact of water contamination at a Marine Corps base.
Environmental activism[edit | edit source]
Wider is also known for his environmental activism. He has been involved in several initiatives aimed at preserving natural habitats and promoting sustainable practices. He is a member of the Sierra Club and the Natural Resources Defense Council.
Awards and recognition[edit | edit source]
Wider has received numerous awards and recognition for his work in both medicine and film. These include the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature for Taxi to the Dark Side, and the Peabody Award for Semper Fi: Always Faithful.
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