Ferdinand Sauerbruch
Surgeon and academic in Germany
Born
July 3rd, 1875
150 years ago
Died
1951
74 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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Contributed significantly to the field of surgery with innovations in thoracic surgery. Led the development of the Sauerbruch chest frame, which enabled safer operations on the chest cavity. Held the position of a professor at various universities and authored numerous scientific publications that advanced surgical techniques. Extended career with numerous teaching roles that educated future surgeons.
Developed the Sauerbruch chest frame
Pioneered techniques in thoracic surgery
Served as a professor at multiple universities
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