Doctors at Holtz Children's Hospital gathered Thursday to discuss the case of Luis Canelos, 17, who lost his genitals in an accident when he was 9. Luis greets Dr. Morad Asari, who will be part of the team performing the surgery. José A. Iglesias / José A. Iglesias

Luis Canelos answers questions at the hosptial. José A. Iglesias / José A. Iglesias

Luis Canelos and his father Roger Canelos hug at a news conference that detailed the teen's upcoming operation. José A. Iglesias / José A. Iglesias

Dr. Christopher J. Salgado greets Luis Canelos and his father, Roger. José A. Iglesias / José A. Iglesias

Luis and his dad Roger leave a news conference at Holtz Children's Hospital. José A. Iglesias / José A. Iglesias