John H. Gibbon

1903-1973

Philadelphia, PA, USA

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In recognition of his contributions to the knowledge of cardiology, and especially for his achievement in developing and using a heart-lung machine in the first successful surgical correction of a heart defect in a human patient, thus introducing new and practical means for prolonging life among persons with congenital and acquired heart defects.

† 1903-1973

John H. Gibbon

Canada Gairdner International Award