Valery Shumakov
Surgeon and Transplantologist
Born
November 9th, 1931
93 years ago
Died
2008
17 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Russia
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Specialized in organ transplantation, conducted pioneering work in the development of kidney transplant techniques. Established the first kidney transplant program in the Soviet Union at the Sklifosovsky Institute of Emergency Care in Moscow. Contributed to advancements in transplant immunology and organ preservation. Authored multiple publications on transplantation, enhancing the body of knowledge in the field and influencing practices within and beyond Russia.
Developed kidney transplant techniques
Established the first kidney transplant program in the Soviet Union
Contributed to transplant immunology and organ preservation
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