Claude Beck
American cardiac surgeon and pioneer in heart surgery
| Name | Claude Beck |
| Birth name | |
| Birth date | November 8, 1894 |
| Birth place | Shamokin, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Death date | October 14, 1971 |
| Death place | Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | Cardiac surgeon |
| Years active | |
| Organization | |
| Known for | Development of defibrillation techniques |
| Notable works | |
| Spouse(s) | |
| Website | |
Claude Schaeffer Beck (November 8, 1894 – October 14, 1971) was an American cardiac surgeon and a pioneer in the field of heart surgery. He is best known for his development of defibrillation techniques and his contributions to cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Claude Beck was born in Shamokin, Pennsylvania. He attended Johns Hopkins University where he earned his medical degree. Beck completed his surgical training under the mentorship of Harvey Cushing, a renowned neurosurgeon, at the Peter Bent Brigham Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts.
Career[edit | edit source]
Beck joined the faculty of Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, where he spent the majority of his career. He became a professor of cardiovascular surgery and was instrumental in advancing the field of cardiac surgery.
Defibrillation[edit | edit source]
One of Beck's most significant contributions was the development of the defibrillator. In 1947, he successfully used a defibrillator to resuscitate a 14-year-old boy who had suffered a cardiac arrest during surgery. This marked the first successful use of a defibrillator on a human and paved the way for modern defibrillation techniques.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)[edit | edit source]
Beck also played a crucial role in the development of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). He emphasized the importance of immediate intervention in cases of cardiac arrest and advocated for the training of medical personnel in CPR techniques.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Claude Beck's pioneering work in defibrillation and CPR has saved countless lives and continues to influence modern cardiac care. His contributions to cardiac surgery and emergency medicine are widely recognized and celebrated.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Beck was married and had three children. He passed away on October 14, 1971, in Cleveland, Ohio.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Cardiac surgery
- Defibrillation
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Harvey Cushing
- Case Western Reserve University
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