Biography · US surgeon

Joseph Murray

1919 · 2012

Years lived
93
Photos
21
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Born

April 1, 1919

Milford, United States

Died

November 26, 2012

Boston, United States

Known for

US surgeon

Joseph Murray (1919–2012) was United States best known for US surgeon.

Joseph Edward Murray (April 1, 1919 – November 26, 2012) was an American surgeon and university teacher. He pioneered organ transplantation, performing the first successful human kidney transplant in 1954. Awarded the Nobel Prize, Murray's work fundamentally changed medicine and saved countless lives.

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  • When did Joseph Murray die?

    Joseph Murray died on November 26, 2012 in Boston, United States, at the age of 93.

  • Where was Joseph Murray born?

    Joseph Murray was born in Milford, United States on April 1, 1919.

  • What is Joseph Murray best known for?

    Joseph Murray is best known for US surgeon.

  • How old was Joseph Murray when they died?

    Joseph Murray was 93 years old at the time of death.

  • What nationality was Joseph Murray?

    Joseph Murray was from United States.

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