Ahad Israfil facts for kids

Ahad Israfil (born August 23, 1972 – died October 18, 2019) was a man from Dayton, Ohio. He became well-known for surviving a serious gunshot injury that damaged a large part of his brain.

A Remarkable Recovery

In 1987, when Ahad was 14 years old, he was accidentally shot in the head. This happened while he was at work. His employer reportedly knocked a gun to the floor, causing it to fire.

The Surgery and Beyond

Doctors performed a five-hour operation on Ahad. They were amazed when, shortly after the surgery, he tried to speak. This showed incredible strength and a will to recover.

Ahad used a wheelchair as he continued his recovery. Over time, he regained most of his abilities. He even went on to earn a college degree.

Appearing on Television

Ahad's amazing story caught the attention of television producers. He appeared on several TV shows. These included World of Pain on the Bravo network in the UK. He was also featured on Ripley's Believe it or Not. His story inspired many people around the world.

Later Life

Ahad Israfil passed away on October 18, 2019. He was living in a nursing home at the time. His life story remains a powerful example of human resilience.

See also

In Spanish: Ahad Israfil para niños

• Cognitive neuropsychology
• HM (patient)
• Hemispherectomy

Other neurological trauma/damage cases:

• Phineas Gage
• Clive Wearing