Clyde Rose, an avid outdoorsman from South Texas, has spent his life hunting, fishing, and golfing. However, years of sun exposure without protection took a toll, leading to a basal cell carcinoma on his cheek. The cancer threatened not only his passions but also his long-term health.
After surgery to remove the cancer, Clyde was left with a large wound on his cheek. It was a daunting prospect for the typically reserved Clyde and his wife, Rebecca, who has been by his side through many challenges. Years earlier, Rebecca had donated a kidney to save Clyde’s life—a testament to their resilience as a couple.
Searching for Innovative Solutions
When their plastic surgeon told them he could not assist with wound healing, Clyde and Rebecca refused to give up. They sought alternative options, eventually connecting with Courtney Aldridge and Dr. O’Quinn at the South Texas Skin Cancer Center. They recommended Kerecis® fish-skin grafts to help the wound heal naturally.
A Remarkable Recovery: Returning to an Active Lifestyle
After just first application of the Kerecis fish-skin graft, Clyde was able to return to work the next day—a point of pride for a man who had never missed a day on the job. As his healing progressed, Clyde’s reserved nature began to soften, and he grew increasingly optimistic, sharing laughs and stories with the team at STSCC.
Just 45 days after that first application, Clyde’s wound was fully healed. He returned to his outdoor pursuits with renewed energy, enjoying the lifestyle he loves, with the people he loves.
