Zbigniew Religa
Zbigniew Religa was a pioneering Polish cardiac surgeon who became famous for performing the first successful heart transplant in Poland in 1985. His determination to advance cardiac surgery in a restrictive medical environment led to a revolutionary 23-hour surgery in 1987, which was immortalized in a National Geographic photograph, showcasing his relentless dedication to saving lives.
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Zbigniew Religa was a visionary surgeon who pioneered heart transplants in Poland.
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