Dr. William Mustard

Dr. William Mustard was a renowned Canadian pediatric heart surgeon known for developing the Mustard Procedure in the 1960s. This groundbreaking surgical technique is used to treat a congenital heart defect called transposition of the great arteries, where the heart's major vessels are improperly connected. The Mustard Procedure involves redirecting blood flow within the heart to ensure oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood are appropriately separated. This innovation significantly improved the prognosis for affected infants and children, showcasing Dr. Mustard's lasting impact on pediatric cardiology and surgical techniques related to congenital heart defects.