Sir Roy Calne

Sir Roy Calne was a pioneering British surgeon renowned for his work in organ transplantation. He developed techniques that allowed doctors to successfully transplant organs like the liver, saving many lives. His innovations in immunosuppressive drugs helped prevent the body from rejecting transplanted organs, making these procedures more successful and widespread. Calne’s contributions significantly advanced medical science and improved the success rate of organ transplants, earning him international recognition. His work laid the foundation for modern transplantation surgery, transforming it into a routine and life-saving treatment.