Joel Zivot

Anesthesiologist advising Pike's defense team

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Education: University of Manitoba, Emory University

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

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Christa Pike survives Tennessee's failed execution attempt

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Says Pike may be too sick to face execution again; her recovery could leave lasting harm

Christa Pike is walking, eating and speaking in full sentences nearly four weeks after Tennessee failed to execute her. Her lawyers say she still loses her train of thought and forgets things.

Updated Oct 26