Harvey Cushing Height, Weight, Religion, Net Worth, Age, Biography

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Harvey Cushing (Harvey Williams Cushing)

Last Updated: 02 Apr, 2023 | Views: 356

Age: 70

Profession: Doctor

Other Profession(s): Writer, Neurosurgeon, Draftsman, Pathologist

Famous For: Father of Modern Neurosurgery

Higher Education: Harvard Medical School

Harvey Cushing Religion, Birthday, Age

Date of Birth
08 Apr, 1869 (70 Years 05 Months 29 Days)
Birth Country
United States
Birth State/Province
Ohio
Birth District
Cleveland
Birth Sign
Aries
Nationalities
American
Died on
07 Oct, 1939
Cause of Death
Myocardial Infarction

Harvey Cushing Early life, Education, Career, Awards, Achievements, Controversy, Unknown Facts

About (Profile/Biography):  

Harvey Cushing, an American surgeon, was a pioneer in the field of neurosurgery. Because of his numerous ground-breaking contributions to the field, he is frequently referred to as the "father of contemporary neurosurgery."

Harvey Cushing Early Life and Education:

Harvey Cushing was born in Ohio in 1869. His father and grandfather were both successful doctors, and he came from a family of medical professionals. Cushing was a standout student and athlete while he was a student at Yale University. He graduated in 1891 and went on to attend Harvard Medical School, where he earned his medical degree in 1895.

Harvey Cushing Career and Contributions:

After completing his medical education, Cushing worked as a surgeon and researcher at various institutions. He became interested in the emerging field of neurosurgery and began to focus his research on the brain and nervous system.

Cushing made many important contributions to the field of neurosurgery during his career. He developed new surgical techniques for treating brain tumors, which were previously considered to be untreatable. He also developed new methods for diagnosing and treating other neurological conditions, such as pituitary tumors and epilepsy.

Cushing is also known for his work on the endocrine system. He discovered a new hormone that controls the body's metabolism and named it after the Greek word for "sweet" - insulin. This discovery revolutionized the treatment of diabetes, which was previously considered a fatal disease.

Harvey Cushing Legacy:

Cushing continued to work as a surgeon and researcher throughout his life. He trained many other surgeons and researchers in the field of neurosurgery and was known for his exceptional teaching skills.

Today, Cushing is remembered as a pioneer in the field of neurosurgery and one of the most influential medical figures of the 20th century. Many of the surgical techniques and medical procedures that he developed are still in use today, and his legacy continues to inspire new generations of medical professionals.
 

Harvey Cushing Weight, Height in inches, Eye Color

Height (Approx.)
In Centimeters 182 cm
In Meters 1.82 m
In feet & Inches 6'0"
Weight (Approx.)
In Kilograms 74 Kg
In Pounds 163 lbs
Eye Color
Black
Hair Color
Gray

Harvey Cushing Family, Wife

Father's Name
Henry Kirke Cushing
Mother's Name
Bessie Williams
Spouse
Katharine Crowell Cushing
Brother(s)
Not Known
Sister(s)
Not Known
Son(s)
Henry Kirke Cushing, William Harvey Cushing
Daughter(s)
Mary Benedict Cushing, Babe Paley, Betsey Cushing Roosevelt Whitney
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