I am so sorry that this happened to you. As a retired medical professional, I can tell you that we are responsible for all equipment in our care. It should be checked routinely. They are responsible, and that is why they have insurance. Lawyer up.
Brian, I had a horrible year in 1993 where I had all kinds of strange illnesses (including pancreatitis) and then a motorcycle accident where I broke both legs. But then 1994 arrived and i had a great year and I felt truly that you have to go through hell to appreciate all the good things in life. Keep your spirits up and look forward to new year.
About 30 years ago I went in for eye surgery: radial keratotomy. That's the procedure where they use a diamond knife to cut into your cornea and when it heals it becomes flatter so you can see better. Well, on one eye they used some numbing drops and apparently it didn't flow down one side. So I felt the knife touch the cornea (can see it too as I was awake and the eye is, of course, open.) Wow, I jumped. The clip holding my eyelid open flew across the room. Immediately they held me down and squirted in more drops, then finished the procedure. (Which worked and I now wear lighter, thinner glasses.) To this day I can see star patterns with lights at night, and one side is a bit more crooked than the others.
I’m so happy to see you in good spirits despite all you’ve suffered this year. I’m so sorry about the freak incident 💔 Hopefully 2025 is much kinder to you
as someone with a mild to moderate phobia for eye related injuries, this was... quite hard to watch. glad hear there wasn't an immediate catastrophe, and here's to hoping everything heals without complication!
Good grief, that is terrible! You are so positive and tough as nails my friend. I hope everything heals up, you have been through enough. You deserve a bunch of random, cool, and insanely positive shite to happen in 2025! Much love, you are the best
And just when I thought things couldn’t get more bizarre than the drones flying over here in Jersey. 2024 just had to keep throwing more wtf?! Moments at us.
I really hope things start looking up for you man, you are an amazing writer, artist and a wonderful personality. You deserve so much better. For the joy you bring into peoples lives, thank you.
Omg, don’t walk under any ladders for a while! Brian, you’ve got a great attitude towards life and your sense of humour will see you through, heal fast and ffs stay well.
Should you get a lawyer ? Praying for you man, please be safe !!! You made me want to read again , I’m gonna buy your books as soon as I can have some extra money here .
I’m so sorry this happened to you on top of everything else 😢 Relieved that you aren’t seeing any long term consequences so far, but that doesn’t take away from the shock. Sending you all the healing thoughts! ✨
I'm sorry to hear. I have similar experiences. So I know how hard this is off camera. It's one thing to tell the story. It's another to endure it 24 hours/day.
My guy I feel for you. You need to sue the company regardless of the outcome, for trauma, pain and impact on your life and approach to your treatment. The drs will totally understand!
if I had to guess this happens all the time - the only reason we now know about it is because it happened to the host of the #1 television program in the history of the entire universe
Jesus, Durfee. This has been one heck of a year for you, but at least we’re only a week or so away from’25 and hope and bet you have a better year 🙏. I’ve wondered how you’ve been because you look great! You look healthy and gained some weight back, so figure you’re doing alright. Which especially sucks to kind of have it derailed by this accident with a needle in your friggen EYE?! I can’t even imagine, the thought maketh me weak in the knees! Good thing you got it documented for contingency purposes, but hopefully it heals with no lasting damage and you have a great, and more importantly, healthy 2025! 💪💪
Brian, I actually like you even more now. You were already one of my favorite booktubers, but now I feel like I have someone that I can relate to. I have a pretty good history with the medical industry as well. I am a survivor of 2 Open-Heart Surgeries. My first one at 3 years old, I died and went to Heaven. In Heaven I saw a garden, a waterfall, and Jesus Christ wearing a white robe. After surgery I lost my ability to speak and had to learn sign language for a year or so. Then I started talking again. I had a lot of seizures as child. One in 2006 that would lead to my Second Open-Heart Surgery in 7th Grade. My doctor told me I likely have VWD (VonWilleBrand) Disease a rare blood disease that affects 1% of the population.
Brian, that’s only the tip of the iceberg of what I’ve been through so far. I had a Dad abuse Family Medical Leave, he would lie about my health to get out of work. He went to court to say that as of the day I Graduate High School, he no longer wants to be my Dad. Now my Dad is out of my life. I have experienced the death of 3 of my family members. After my second Open-Heart Surgery when I came back to school, I got punched in the chest. I’ve been in other physical fights that were not of my initiation. I’ve been Duct Taped to the Wall in school. I’ve been in at least 8 car accidents.
I have no words. Wow oh wow. I am so sorry that happened to you. Glad the medical professionals responded properly. YOU MUST do an update on that table. Must know what the what caused it to collapse. I am assuming some screws (that should have been snugged) wiggle loose over time.
Saw your post earlier today on FB. Man sorry that's some f*cked up shyte, sir Brian! Get better and there's no way you should just let this slide, my brother!😎
Yes... it should end up as part of a scene in a story ... perhaps a character is about to be tortured, and the chair or table collapses just as they get rescued , a foiled villan stabbed with their own device! ...
Absolutely effing horrible! Here's wishing you a far, *FAR* better 2025. (By the way, I recently finished The Lonesome Crown and *loved* it. Absolutely amazing book, a perfect example of the entire reason I fell in love with epic fantasy in the first place).
Holy crap man it's like you're living a real life version of the final destination movies I hope you're all right
Can 2025 please be the year of Durfee? The man’s been through enough.
I am so sorry that this happened to you. As a retired medical professional, I can tell you that we are responsible for all equipment in our care. It should be checked routinely. They are responsible, and that is why they have insurance. Lawyer up.
Holy crap lawsuit time. That's unacceptable!
yep, this man's ticket to salvation
Brian...we feel terrible!! My husband introduced me to your channel. We hope you heal up beautifully...and fast!!!🙏🙏🙏
Brian, I had a horrible year in 1993 where I had all kinds of strange illnesses (including pancreatitis) and then a motorcycle accident where I broke both legs. But then 1994 arrived and i had a great year and I felt truly that you have to go through hell to appreciate all the good things in life. Keep your spirits up and look forward to new year.
They are responsible for the equipment. They are insured. Lawyer!
I'm so sorry Mr. Durfee, you handle these things like a true champion.
That's scary. I am freaked out and I wasn't even there.😲
About 30 years ago I went in for eye surgery: radial keratotomy. That's the procedure where they use a diamond knife to cut into your cornea and when it heals it becomes flatter so you can see better. Well, on one eye they used some numbing drops and apparently it didn't flow down one side. So I felt the knife touch the cornea (can see it too as I was awake and the eye is, of course, open.) Wow, I jumped. The clip holding my eyelid open flew across the room. Immediately they held me down and squirted in more drops, then finished the procedure. (Which worked and I now wear lighter, thinner glasses.) To this day I can see star patterns with lights at night, and one side is a bit more crooked than the others.
Great attitude to have in such a situation to be in. Feel better brother and hang in there and yes, write a book about it. Even a short story version.
I’m so happy to see you in good spirits despite all you’ve suffered this year. I’m so sorry about the freak incident 💔 Hopefully 2025 is much kinder to you
Sorry to hear about your news Brian. And Jesus, what a crazy thing to happen! Wishing you all the best and I pray to heaven that your eye can heal!
Yikes! I hope everything will heal up fine and the pain subsides soon. Frightening!
We love you Brian!!!
I was doing just fine yesterday until the goddamn operating chair collapsed and I had a needle stuck in my eyeball 😂
Oh, my… How unfortunate! Just the thought of that equipment crumbling with a needle in your eye is terrifying! I really hope you get better soon!
as someone with a mild to moderate phobia for eye related injuries, this was... quite hard to watch. glad hear there wasn't an immediate catastrophe, and here's to hoping everything heals without complication!
OMG, Mr. Brian!!! I feel for you. 2024 has been difficult for me as well, but for different reasons. Stay strong, brother!!!
"The needle and the damage done" takes on an entirely new meaning. Wishing you a peaceful and safe new year!
Brian, you are one of my heroes
Good grief, that is terrible! You are so positive and tough as nails my friend. I hope everything heals up, you have been through enough. You deserve a bunch of random, cool, and insanely positive shite to happen in 2025! Much love, you are the best
And just when I thought things couldn’t get more bizarre than the drones flying over here in Jersey. 2024 just had to keep throwing more wtf?! Moments at us.
I hope everything heals, I'm sorry to hear that happened to you. Good for you for documenting it. You are handling it well.
I really hope things start looking up for you man, you are an amazing writer, artist and a wonderful personality. You deserve so much better. For the joy you bring into peoples lives, thank you.
Dayum, dude. The hits just keep on coming.😢
They saw lawyers flash before their eyes!
Omg, don’t walk under any ladders for a while! Brian, you’ve got a great attitude towards life and your sense of humour will see you through, heal fast and ffs stay well.
That shit is unbelievable!! Get well soon, and stay well long Brian❤
Omg Brian- that's horrific!. What a terrible year for you my friend.
Just wanted to say I love your videos and hope you’re alright. You’ve endured so much this year, and I hope next year will get much better.
I hope you heal soon. Keep those spirits up, my friend. Happy Holidays.
the chair didn't collapse, they left the knob half clicked, and they'll say anything to get out of it
I had a nightmare about this last night. Jeez. I hope things only keep going on the up and up for you from here on out!
Should you get a lawyer ? Praying for you man, please be safe !!! You made me want to read again , I’m gonna buy your books as soon as I can have some extra money here .
I’m so sorry this happened to you on top of everything else 😢
Relieved that you aren’t seeing any long term consequences so far, but that doesn’t take away from the shock.
Sending you all the healing thoughts! ✨
May 2025 be the year of no Durfee dilapidations! Hope things go smoother soon.
GEEZZZZ Dude!!!!
I hope, and pray everything starts getting better for you.
Take care and Godspeed
Dude- what are the odds?! I hope you have no permanent damage from this fiasco. Time to curl up with your cat and a hot cocoa.
Sue them and hope your better keep a good eye on that eye medically. Hope your better
That's horrible. I am glad you didn't have something far worse.
what the.... that is insane my friend.. all the best to you
I'm sorry to hear. I have similar experiences. So I know how hard this is off camera. It's one thing to tell the story. It's another to endure it 24 hours/day.
Wincing all the way
You are a warrior angel
Get better soon mr Durfee :)
That is a literal horror story 😮
Have a great Christmas and New Year Brian, you really deserve it after this cursed year you have had.
Oh my lord Brian, that sounds horrendous. I really cannot wait for 2024 to be over for you x.
Sending you healing vibes… only upwards from now on Durfee!!!
Truly insane timing. Praying your 2025 is a huge improvement
My guy I feel for you. You need to sue the company regardless of the outcome, for trauma, pain and impact on your life and approach to your treatment. The drs will totally understand!
Hope you stay well and have a much better 2025. Sounds like an absolute nightmare. Cannot imagine what you've been through.
Sue them, brother. its a slam dunk.
HOLY SHIT! FREE TREATMENTS FOREVER!
if I had to guess this happens all the time - the only reason we now know about it is because it happened to the host of the #1 television program in the history of the entire universe
Hoping for only the best for u Brian!
Holy heck Brian!!
What a horror! You've had one hell of a year. We all hope you have a better 2025!
Still overcoming and still very much resilient. Hope you’re alright B LEE D!! This shit you cannot make up…
Jesus, Durfee. This has been one heck of a year for you, but at least we’re only a week or so away from’25 and hope and bet you have a better year 🙏. I’ve wondered how you’ve been because you look great! You look healthy and gained some weight back, so figure you’re doing alright. Which especially sucks to kind of have it derailed by this accident with a needle in your friggen EYE?! I can’t even imagine, the thought maketh me weak in the knees! Good thing you got it documented for contingency purposes, but hopefully it heals with no lasting damage and you have a great, and more importantly, healthy 2025! 💪💪
Brian, I actually like you even more now. You were already one of my favorite booktubers, but now I feel like I have someone that I can relate to. I have a pretty good history with the medical industry as well. I am a survivor of 2 Open-Heart Surgeries. My first one at 3 years old, I died and went to Heaven. In Heaven I saw a garden, a waterfall, and Jesus Christ wearing a white robe. After surgery I lost my ability to speak and had to learn sign language for a year or so. Then I started talking again. I had a lot of seizures as child. One in 2006 that would lead to my Second Open-Heart Surgery in 7th Grade. My doctor told me I likely have VWD (VonWilleBrand) Disease a rare blood disease that affects 1% of the population.
Brian, that’s only the tip of the iceberg of what I’ve been through so far. I had a Dad abuse Family Medical Leave, he would lie about my health to get out of work. He went to court to say that as of the day I Graduate High School, he no longer wants to be my Dad. Now my Dad is out of my life. I have experienced the death of 3 of my family members. After my second Open-Heart Surgery when I came back to school, I got punched in the chest. I’ve been in other physical fights that were not of my initiation. I’ve been Duct Taped to the Wall in school. I’ve been in at least 8 car accidents.
Sounds like a sure fire lawsuit to me
I have no words. Wow oh wow. I am so sorry that happened to you. Glad the medical professionals responded properly. YOU MUST do an update on that table. Must know what the what caused it to collapse. I am assuming some screws (that should have been snugged) wiggle loose over time.
Hope you heal up well over the holidays. Pleaee have a safe Christmas.
Oh my goodness that is terrible. I hope your eye will heal OK, sending good thoughts and prayers it does heal ok. That is one freak accident
Hope that it heals.
What a way to end the year! Glad you are ok!
I’m sorry Brian, you deserve better than the terrible year you’ve had. Hoping for a better 2025 for you.
Horrific was not an understatement
oh my gosh, you are getting it all thrown at you. hope it all heals up with no issue. you need to buy a lotto ticket for sure!
Relatable re health issues. I'm so sorry that happened to you
Hope everything heals well
Gawd! You must have really pissed off the Norns in 2024! Seriously, glad you’re ok. 😊
Brian --> you sir, are a national treasure.
Holy fuck! 2025 is going to be awesome for you man, I can feel it! Wishing you a speedy recovery from this insanity.
I wonder if that chair has a pin and chain or control position type deal that they did not secure properly. Hmmm 🤔
Glad your ok!
oh man... that's horrific, well man, you're really going through it!!! ughhh better days ahead
Yikes! That must have been scary.
Oh geez I hope you heal up really fast! Did they give you any antibiotic eyedrops to prevent infection?
Lawsuit!
Shiiiiit, that's rough man. Who cursed you!? I hope your eye repairs good as new Brian! ❤
This feels like a weird video to thumbs up but I’m doing it to support you! That’s a wild story. Better things are on the horizon for you Brian.
lawyer up!
I hate needles, so i can only imagine what that felt like
Always comforting to see the doctors and nurses losing their shit while you are in there lol. I am glad you are okay.
Holy shit that's actually terrifying. Unlucky Durfee, I feel for ya. Hope you get better
Holy crap, really hope things get better for you
Call the lawyer
Omg ouch I'm so sorry omg I feel awful. I think final destination
Wtf. No. This is so gross and upsetting.
Needle in the eye? Been there dude. Retinal repair is no fun either. Better than going blind, but definitely not a walk in the park.
Saw your post earlier today on FB. Man sorry that's some f*cked up shyte, sir Brian! Get better and there's no way you should just let this slide, my brother!😎
Oh my goodness what a year!!! 2025 please be kinder
Oh wow, I hope you’re ok!
This sounds like a final destination scene.
I was just thinking the same thing
The curse of Morgoth lays heavy upon Brian of the Edain.
Yes... it should end up as part of a scene in a story ... perhaps a character is about to be tortured, and the chair or table collapses just as they get rescued , a foiled villan stabbed with their own device! ...
Absolutely effing horrible! Here's wishing you a far, *FAR* better 2025.
(By the way, I recently finished The Lonesome Crown and *loved* it. Absolutely amazing book, a perfect example of the entire reason I fell in love with epic fantasy in the first place).