DeBakey (Michael DeBakey)

Michael DeBakey was a pioneering American surgeon renowned for advancing cardiovascular medicine. He developed innovative surgical techniques, such as the roller pump used in heart-lung machines, enabling complex heart surgeries. DeBakey performed groundbreaking procedures, including the first successful coronary artery bypass graft. His work significantly improved the treatment of heart diseases and shaped modern cardiovascular surgery. Beyond surgery, he contributed to medical education and healthcare organization, leaving a lasting legacy as one of the most influential figures in medical history.