Robert Jarvik
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 | |
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Born | Robert Koffler Jarvik May 11, 1946 Midland, Michigan, U.S. |
Alma mater | Syracuse University New York University |
Occupation | Scientist, researcher |
Known for | Developing the Jarvik-7 artificial heart |
Spouse(s) | Elaine Levin (m. 1968; div. 1985) Marilyn vos Savant (m. 1987) |
Children | 2 |
Relatives | Murray Jarvik (paternal uncle) |
Website | [2] |
References
Other websites
- 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