Domingo Liotta

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Domingo Liotta (pronounced doh-MEEN-goh lee-OH-tah) is a renowned cardiovascular surgeon and biomedical engineer known for his significant contributions to the field of artificial heart technology.

Etymology

The name "Domingo" is of Spanish origin, meaning "Lord's Day" or "Sunday". "Liotta" is an Italian surname, which is derived from the word "liuto", meaning "lute".

Career

Domingo Liotta was born on April 29, 1924, in Argentina. He completed his medical studies at the University of Buenos Aires and later moved to the United States to further his research.

Liotta is best known for his work on the development of the first total artificial heart, which was implanted in a human in 1969. This groundbreaking achievement was a significant milestone in the field of cardiothoracic surgery and biomedical engineering.

In addition to his work on the artificial heart, Liotta has also made significant contributions to the development of heart-lung machines, cardiac prostheses, and coronary bypass surgery.

Awards and Recognition

Over the course of his career, Liotta has received numerous awards and recognitions for his contributions to medicine and biomedical engineering. These include the Lasker Award, one of the most prestigious awards in the field of medicine, and the Prince Mahidol Award, which recognizes significant contributions to the advancement of medical science.

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