Victor McKusick (Geneticist)
Victor McKusick was an American geneticist known as the "father of medical genetics." He played a pivotal role in establishing the field by linking genetic variations to specific diseases. McKusickâs research focused on rare genetic disorders, and he was instrumental in creating the online Mendelian inheritance in man (OMIM) database, which catalogs genetic conditions and their genes. His work transformed how doctors understand and diagnose genetic diseases, greatly influencing both research and clinical practices. Through his contributions, he enhanced the understanding of heredity and its impact on health. McKusick's legacy continues to shape genetics today.