Ara Darzi
Surgeon and academic with key contributions
Born
May 7th, 1960
65 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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An Iraqi-English surgeon and academic, contributions include advancements in minimally invasive surgery and significant research in health policy. Held the position of Chair of Surgery at Imperial College London. Served as a Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Department of Health, influencing national health services. Established numerous initiatives to improve surgical practices and patient care, bridging clinical excellence with academic research.
Led the establishment of the Institute of Global Health Innovation
Developed techniques for laparoscopic surgery
Authored influential papers on surgical advancements
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