Magdi Yacoub
Cardiac surgeon and researcher
Born
November 16th, 1935
89 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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An Egyptian-English cardiac surgeon and academic, contributed significant advancements in heart transplantation and cardiac surgery. Established a pioneering heart transplant program in the United Kingdom during the 1980s. His work included the development of techniques that improved survival rates for heart transplant patients and innovative research in cardiac surgery. Held the position of professor of cardiac surgery at the National Heart and Lung Institute in London. Instrumental in founding the Chain of Hope charity, which provides pediatric cardiac surgery for children in need around the world.
Performed the first successful heart transplant in the UK
Developed key techniques in cardiac surgery
Founded the Chain of Hope charity
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