David Ewatowski, who had to learn to walk and talk after a bicycle accident, graduated from New York University School of Medicine

May 19, 2022

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NEW YORK (WABC) – Wednesday at the NYU graduation was another important moment, in addition introductory address from Taylor Swift.

David Ewatowski, a graduate of Grossman Medical School, overcame serious obstacles to accepting his degree.

Evatovsky walked the stage – a feat that seemed impossible a few years ago.

He was injured in a horrific bicycle accident in his sophomore year as a result of which he suffered a head injury.

After a month of coma he had to learn to walk and talk.

He is now a doctor.

He and 106 other graduates received a doctorate in medicine and read the Hippocratic Oath when they began their medical careers.

The keynote speaker was New York Mayor Eric Adams.

Taylor Swift received an honorary degree from New York University on Wednesday and delivered a welcoming speech to the 2022 class.

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