Dr. David Genecovs Car Accident in Dallas: A Tragic Loss for the Medical Community

Dr. David Genecov was an internationally recognized plastic and craniofacial surgeon and entrepreneur who died in a car accident in North Dallas on November 12, 2022. He was 59 years old. He was the medical director of the craniofacial program at Childrens Medical Center Plano and the director of the International Craniofacial Institute. He was

Who was Dr. David Genecov?

Dr. David Genecov was an internationally recognized plastic and craniofacial surgeon and entrepreneur who died in a car accident in North Dallas on November 12, 2022. He was 59 years old. He was the medical director of the craniofacial program at Children’s Medical Center Plano and the director of the International Craniofacial Institute. He was also the president and CEO of Dialectic, a biotechnology company that worked on therapies to treat cancer.

Dr. Genecov was known for his innovative and compassionate work in craniofacial surgery, especially for children with congenital or acquired deformities. He was part of the team that separated twin Egyptian boys who were conjoined at the head in 2003. He also published extensively in his field and received several awards and honors for his contributions to medicine and science.

How did the accident happen?

According to the Dallas Police Department, Dr. Genecov was driving with another male passenger on Preston Road just south of Walnut Hill Road in a Corvette convertible when he lost control of the vehicle and hit another vehicle going the opposite direction. That vehicle collided with another vehicle. Both passengers in the convertible were ejected from the vehicle and taken to a hospital, where Dr. Genecov died from his injuries. The passenger in Dr. Genecov’s car and other involved drivers are in stable condition.

The cause of the accident is still under investigation by the police. No charges have been filed as of yet.

How did people react to his death?

Dr. Genecov’s death was met with shock and grief by his family, friends, colleagues, patients, and admirers. Many people paid tribute to him on social media and expressed their condolences to his loved ones.

Some of his close friends and colleagues described him as a humble, generous, brilliant, and caring person who had a passion for helping others and improving lives. They also praised his achievements as a surgeon, a researcher, an entrepreneur, and a mentor.

His family released a statement saying that they are “heartbroken” by his loss and that they appreciate the “outpouring of love and support” from the community. They also asked for privacy during this difficult time.

A funeral service was held for Dr. Genecov on November 15 in Dallas. He is survived by his wife, Lisa; his sons, Michael (Mackenzie), Max and Matthew; his daughter, Meghan; and one grandchild, Liliana.

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