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Forthcoming Exhibition: Conquering Heart Disease

The International Museum of Surgical Science pleased to announce the development of a new exhibit on cardiovascular surgery and health. This important exhibit will highlight the most current medical innovations in the field. Over the next several years, over 150,000 people will visit this exhibit to supplement their understanding of healthcare treatments related to the heart. 

Cardiovascular surgery began in the 1950’s and has evolved to encompass vascular & cardiac treatment of patients of all ages, improving quality and extending length of life to millions of patients throughout the world. Physiological research, development of new techniques, and technological advancements have facilitated  progress in this specialty.

This exhibit will review the evolution of the field of cardiovascular surgery & the state-of-the-art technology in the 21st century. Topics will include development of the heart lung machine, coronary bypass and heart valve surgery, cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators, stroke prevention surgery, abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, artificial heart and transplant surgery.

Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death globally, and affects tens of millions of people every year. If this medical cause is important to you, we invite you to contribute to this educational exhibition in the name or memory of loved ones and friends.

Make a contribution today and receive special benefits related to this forthcoming exhibition:

  • Donation of $25 and under: Two complimentary tickets to private exhibit opening.
  • Donation of $26 and above: Four complimentary tickets to private exhibit opening; Donor Name or ‘in memory of’ featured on exhibition website.
  • Donation of $50: Four complimentary tickets to private exhibit opening; Donor Name or ‘in memory of’ featured on exhibition website; ‘I Heart Guts’ Heart Plush.
  • Donation of $1,000 and above: Six complimentary tickets to private exhibit opening; Donor Name or ‘in memory of’ featured on exhibition website; ‘I Heart Guts’ Heart Plush; Director’s Club Museum Membership; Inclusion in the in-exhibit Donor Wall and Exhibit Guide; Private curator-led tour of the exhibition up to 25 guests.

For donations of between $2,500 and $100,000 contact Exhibition Lead Michelle Rinard to inquire about prestige sponsorship benefits.

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About the Committee: The IMSS has formed a special committee of scientific advisers to contribute to this exhibition. Committee members:

Annabelle S. Volgman MD FACC FAHA, Rush University Medical Center

Marshall Goldin, MD, Rush University Medical Center Emeritus

Peter A. Santucci, M.D., FACC, FHRS, FAHA, Loyola University Medical Center

Valluvan Jeevanandam, MD, UChicago Medicine

Peter Stecy, MD, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center



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The International Museum of Surgical Science, a division of the International College of Surgeons (ICS), maintains over 10,000 square feet of public galleries committed to the history of surgery, and an exquisite permanent collection of art and artifacts from the history of Medicine. The Museum supports its Mission through medically thematized exhibitions and programs, in addition to a strong contemporary art exhibition program. The Mission of the Museum is to enrich people’s lives by enhancing their appreciation and understanding of the history, development, and advances in surgery and related subjects in health and medicine. In support of this, we are committed to: -Portraying through exhibits and other appropriate media, the art and science of surgery, and related subjects. -Providing programs and services for the education and enjoyment of the public, students, and the medical profession. -Preserving our collection for the education, inspiration, and aesthetic enrichment of future generations. -Gaining recognition as a leader among medical and health museums worldwide.

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