A New Device Allows the Blind to See Again

A New Device Allows the Blind to See Again
Jason Esterhuizen was in a car accident that left him blind at age 23. Courtesy of UCLA Health
Andrew Thomas
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Jason Esterhuizen had always dreamed of becoming a pilot. Tragically, a car accident left him blind. Eight years later, he’s able to see for the first time again thanks to a new medical device.

Esterhuizen was 23 years old when he was driving in his native South Africa in December 2011. While he was driving, a pedestrian ran in front of him. Esterhuizen swerved to avoid him, but lost control of the car.