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Photographic Print : National Heart Hospital in Marylebone, London. Pictured Saturday 4th May 1968
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National Heart Hospital in Marylebone, London. Pictured Saturday 4th May 1968
National Heart Hospital in Marylebone, London. Pictured Saturday 4th May 1968. Britains first heart transplant was successfully carried out (3rd May) by a team of 18 doctors and nurses at the National Heart Hospital. 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
Carl Bruin
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Y4443
Media ID 21678589
© Mirrorpix
Britain Doctors First Heart Hospitals Medical Nurses Operations Surgery Team Buildings And Structures
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Step back in time with this captivating photograph from the Memory Lane Prints collection. Witness the historic National Heart Hospital in Marylebone, London as it appeared on a significant day in medical history: Saturday 4th May 1968. This classic black-and-white image by Carl Bruin is a testament to the past, showcasing the iconic building where Britain's first successful heart transplant took place just one day prior (3rd May). Add this unique piece to your home or office décor and relive history, one print at a time.
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National Heart Hospital Makes Medical History with Britain's First Successful Heart Transplant
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. This print captures a momentous occasion in medical history at the National Heart Hospital in Marylebone, London. On Saturday 4th May 1968, just one day after the groundbreaking surgery took place, this image immortalizes the team of dedicated doctors and nurses who carried out Britain's first ever heart transplant. Led by the skilled South African-born surgeon Donald Ross, a team of 18 medical professionals worked tirelessly for over seven hours to complete this life-saving operation on Frederick West, aged 45. The recipient had been suffering from a severe heart condition that left him with limited options for survival. The success of this pioneering procedure was made possible through the selfless act of Patrick Ryan, a 26-year-old laborer who tragically lost his life but became an organ donor. His generous gift allowed Frederick West to receive a new lease on life and offered hope to countless others facing similar health challenges. This historic moment not only marked a significant milestone in surgical advancements but also showcased the unwavering dedication and expertise of medical professionals at the National Heart Hospital. Today, we look back on this photograph as an emblematic representation of human resilience and compassion within the field of medicine during the transformative era of the 1960s.
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