Robert Jarvik
American inventor, creator of the Jarvik-7 artificial heart
Robert Koffler Jarvik, M.D. (born May 11, 1946) is an American scientist, researcher and businessman. He is known for his role in creating the Jarvik-7 artificial heart.[1] He was born in Midland, Michigan.
Robert Jarvik | |
|---|---|
| Born | Robert Koffler Jarvik May 11, 1946 Midland, Michigan, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Syracuse University New York University |
| Occupation(s) | Scientist, researcher |
| Known for | Developing the Jarvik-7 artificial heart |
| Spouse(s) |
Elaine Levin
(m. 1968; div. 1985) |
| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Murray Jarvik (paternal uncle) |
| Website | [2] |
References
changeOther websites
change- Jarvik Heart Official website.
- Google Patents link to Winchell Patent for Artificial Heart
- Pfizer Launches New Lipitor Effort
- MSNBC article on Jarvik and Pfizer Archived 2020-06-26 at the Wayback Machine
- Congress Probes Doctor's Role in Drug Ad Archived 2020-06-06 at the Wayback Machine
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