In the intense fighting that marked the combat during WW I in Europe, an Armenian-American volunteer dentist quickly became known for his skill in treating the highly destructive and difiguring injuries suffered by large numbers of British soldiers. His innovative procedures established his reputation and marked his career as a founder of the modern practice of plastic surgery. In recognition of his war service, Dr. Varaztad Kazanjian became known as the miracle man of the Western Front". He became a surgeon teacher at Harvard and author of scientific articles.

Dr. Hagop Martin Deranian spent decades in researching and writing about this great pioneer of plastic surgery.

Hard Cover sources index 234 pages.

ISBN 1886284776. "