Homer R. Warner
Cardiologist, pioneer in medical informatics
Born
1922
103 years ago
Died
November 30th, 2012
12 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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A prominent cardiologist and academic, contributed significantly to medical informatics and the development of computer-assisted diagnosis in cardiology. Served as the chief of cardiology at the University of Utah and established the Medical Informatics program. This initiative advanced the integration of computer technology in healthcare, improving diagnostic and treatment methods for cardiovascular diseases. Authored numerous research papers that focused on the intersection of medicine and technology, influencing the use of informatics in clinical practice.
Pioneered medical informatics in cardiology
Served as chief of cardiology at the University of Utah
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