Raymond Vahan Damadian
Inventor of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Born
March 16th, 1936
89 years ago
Died
2022
3 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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An Armenian-American inventor developed the first full-body magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine. Achieved a significant milestone with the first successful MRI scan in 1977, contributing to the medical field by providing non-invasive imaging of the human body. Founded a company to commercialize the MRI technology, leading to widespread implementation in hospitals and clinics across the globe. Credited with earning a patent for the invention, which significantly advanced diagnostic imaging techniques.
Invented the first MRI machine
Performed the first full-body MRI scan
Founded Fonar Corporation
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