All articles tagged with #medical pioneer
President Russell M. Nelson, a renowned heart surgeon and the 17th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, known for his medical innovations and leadership, has died at age 101 in Salt Lake City. He was celebrated for his faith, extensive church reforms, global travels, and dedication to his family and faith community.
Roy Calne, a pioneering surgeon in the field of organ transplantation, has passed away at the age of 93. He led Europe's first liver transplant in 1968 and made significant contributions to the development of anti-rejection drugs, transforming the survival chances of transplant patients. Calne's work has saved thousands of lives, and he was also known for his accomplishments as an artist, painting portraits of his patients and medical colleagues.