Henry Heimlich

Henry Heimlich was an American thoracic surgeon best known for developing the Heimlich maneuver, a life-saving technique used to treat choking. Introduced in the 1970s, the maneuver involves thrusting inward and upward on a person's abdomen to expel an obstructing object from the airway. Heimlich's technique has saved countless lives and is now a standard first aid practice worldwide. Throughout his career, he advocated for various health initiatives and published numerous medical articles. His contributions to emergency medicine have had a lasting impact on public safety and respiratory health.