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July 18, 2008 Remembering a medical legend, with gratitudePosted: 11:38 AM ET
By Dr. Sanjay Gupta
Chief Medical Correspondent If you mention Michael DeBakey’s name to just about any surgeon in the country, you are likely
to get a colorful story. Called a “rock star,” and the greatest surgeon of the 20th century, Dr. DeBakey no doubt had a profound influence on the world of medicine. He saved tens of thousands of lives, created the modern MASH unit, and helped found the National Library of Medicine. On a personal note, it was Michael DeBakey who pioneered the coronary artery bypass procedure to prevent heart attacks, which is the reason my own father is with me today and doing so well. More recently, Debakey in his 90s developed a ventricular assist device. It is an incredible ![]() Dr. Michael DeBakey DeBakey died last week, just two months shy of his 100th birthday. Today he goes to his final A couple years ago, he felt a searing pain rip through his chest. At 97, he was at first sure he I met the man once. I was a medical student and he was the greatest living surgeon. Quite a I heard about DeBakey’s death with the rest of you last week, and I immediately called my So, how do you find the best surgeon or doctor and what qualities do you look for? Editor's Note: Medical news is a popular but sensitive subject rooted in science. We receive Posted by: Dr. Sanjay Gupta - CNN Chief Medical Correspondent
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Get a behind-the-scenes look at the latest stories from CNN's chief medical correspondent, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, and the CNN Medical Unit producers. They'll share news and views on health and medical trends -- info that will help you take better care of yourself and the people you love. Editor's Note
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