The artwork and medical procedure were done by Dr. Robert Parry, a self-taught artist who creates original illustrations on bandages to amuse patients and relive tension after their procedures.

A surgeon whom Parry considered a mentor had cut out heart and shark shapes to decorate children’s bandages, and Parry, who had always enjoyed doodling and drawing, decided to follow suit ...

A surgeon whom Parry considered a mentor had cut out heart and shark shapes to decorate children’s bandages, and Parry, who had always enjoyed doodling and drawing, decided to follow suit ...

A surgeon whom Parry considered a mentor had cut out heart and shark shapes to decorate children's bandages, and Parry, who had always enjoyed doodling and drawing, decided to follow suit ...