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María Julia Oliván Starts Walking Classes as Burn Rehabilitation Enters Next Phase

She has no firm discharge date with medical staff overseeing her mobility training.

Overview

  • Oliván has undergone 14 surgical interventions since mid-June to treat severe burns on her leg and hand.
  • After days in intermediate therapy, she transitioned to lower-intensity care and began classes to relearn walking.
  • Hospital Alemán remains her treatment setting with no scheduled discharge date as she works on mobility.
  • She faces a temporary disability from her injuries but remains optimistic about full recovery.
  • Throughout her hospitalization, she has leaned on her family, friends and medical staff and reflected on the importance of close relationships.