Jay Leno Released From Burn Center After Two Surgeries And Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

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Jay Leno was released today from the Grossman Burn Center 10 days after suffering burns to his face, hands and chest in a gasoline fire in his Burbank garage. “I am pleased with Jay’s progress, and I am optimistic that he will make a full recovery,” Dr.

Peter Grossman of the Grossman Burn Center said in a statement. The center also released a photo of Leno with some of the hospital staff.

The picture shows Leno with visible burn scars on t his face, chin and neck. “Jay would like to let everyone know how thankful he is for the care he received, and is very appreciative of all of the well wishes,” according to a statement from the Grossman Burn Center. “He is looking forward to spending Thanksgiving with his family and friends and wishes everyone a wonderful holiday.” The 72-year-old Leno suffered second-degree and near-third-degree burns on Nov.

12 while working on one of his vintage cars. Acording to Dr. Grossman, Leno was underneath the car when the fire broke out. The former Tonight Show host will continue to receive follow-up care at the Grossman Outpatient Burn Clinic.