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University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota School of Medicine first opened its doors in 1888. Since that time, the medical school has grown to become a leader in medical research. It is this continued leadership that has helped to promote and sustain the growth of the medical industry throughout the state.

[University of Minnesota]
Perry L. Blackshear, Jr.Perry L. Blackshear, Jr.
Professor Emeritus at a Minnesota university. As a mechanical engineer, he researched medical applications in field of fluid mechanics.
[University of Minnesota]
Richard DeWallRichard DeWall
Developed the bubble oxygenator, a temperature controlled oxygenator, and a capillary type oxygenator. Also helped to found a medical school and heart surgery program at an Ohio university.
[University of Minnesota, St. Jude]
C. Walton LilliheiC. Walton Lillihei
Performed the first successful open-heart surgery. Served as a researcher and professor at the University of Minnesota Medical School and was the Medical Director of St. Jude Medical’s Heart Valve Division.
[University of Minnesota, American Medical Systems]
Gerald TimmGerald Timm
Developed many medical devices for urological disorders and has started several companies. Has worked as a researcher and professor at a Minnesota university.
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Video Interview
Dr. C. Walton Lillehei describes his first meeting with Medtronic founder Earl Bakken.