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News press conference after Britains first heart transplant was successfully carried
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News press conference after Britains first heart transplant was successfully carried
News press conference after Britains first heart transplant was successfully carried out (3rd May) by a team of 18 doctors and nurses at the National Heart Hospital in Marylebone, London. Pictured Saturday 4th May 1968. The operation, which was led by South African-born surgeon Donald Ross, was undertaken on Frederick West aged 45. It took more than seven hours to complete. The donor, Patrick Ryan, was a 26 year old labourer. Pictured. Seated (l-r) Mr Ronald Denny, Nurse McLeary, Dr Botha, Sister Wulf, Mr Serrell Watts, Sister Isobel Curry, Mr Donald Longmore, Mr Donald Ross, Mr Keith Ross & Dr Jane Somerville. Standing. (l-r) Mr Raymond Payne, Mr Gerrard Linley, Mr Charles Gilmore, Mrs Khoja, Mr Gerwin Cornish, Dr Ann Naylor, Sister lyons Davis, Mr J Gibbons
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Breaking New Ground - Britain's Historic Heart Transplant Triumph
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. In this photo print, we witness a momentous occasion in medical history as the news press conference unfolds after Britain's first successful heart transplant. Dated May 4th, 1968, the image captures the esteemed team of 18 doctors and nurses at London's National Heart Hospital in Marylebone. Led by the skilled South African-born surgeon Donald Ross, this groundbreaking operation lasted over seven arduous hours. The recipient of this life-saving procedure was Frederick West, a courageous 45-year-old man whose future now holds newfound hope. Seated before us are key figures who played pivotal roles in this extraordinary achievement. From Mr Ronald Denny to Dr Jane Somerville, their expressions radiate pride and relief for having witnessed such an incredible feat firsthand. Nurse McLeary and Sister Wulf stand tall beside them, representing the dedicated nursing staff that supported every step of this remarkable journey. Standing behind them is another group of individuals who contributed their expertise to make history on that fateful day. Their names—Mr Raymond Payne, Mrs Khoja, Dr Ann Naylor—are etched forever into medical lore alongside countless others who dared to push boundaries and redefine what was previously thought impossible. This photograph serves as a testament to human perseverance and unwavering dedication towards advancing healthcare practices. It encapsulates a defining moment when science triumphed over adversity—a moment that will forever be remembered as one small step forward for medicine but one giant leap for humanity itself.
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