Georgios Papanikolaou

Pathologist, invented the Pap smear

Georgios Papanikolaou - Pathologist, invented the Pap smear
Born

May 13th, 1883
141 years ago

Died

February 19th, 1962
63 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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A Greek-American pathologist contributed significantly to cancer screening techniques through the invention of the Pap smear, a revolutionary method for detecting cervical cancer. After receiving his medical degree from the University of Athens, Papanikolaou emigrated to the United States, where he started working at New York Hospital. The Pap smear was introduced in 1943 and became a standard procedure in gynecological examinations, significantly reducing cervical cancer mortality rates. Throughout his career, he conducted extensive research on reproductive biology and the cellular changes associated with cancer.

Invented the Pap smear

Contributed to cancer screening methods

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