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What year was Michael DeBakey born?

  • 1918

  • 1898

  • 1908

  • 1938

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Born in 1908, Michael DeBakey was a renowned cardiac surgeon and a pioneer in his field. He is credited with developing various surgical techniques and instruments, including the DeBakey forceps and the DeBakey ventricular assist device. DeBakey also played a pivotal role in establishing the Texas Heart Institute and the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, contributing significantly to the advancement of cardiovascular medicine.
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