Argentina has released a special stamp in the honor of prominent surgeon Dr. René Gerónimo Favaloro was the foremost surgeon who successfully conducted coronary heart surgery based on a new technique he developed at Cleveland Clinic, US.Born and brought up in La Plata, Argentina, Dr. Favaloro was inspired by Professor Mainetti of La Plata University to pursue further studies and research work on coronary arteries and coronary angiograms at Cleveland Clinic in the US.
His technique set a milestone for the medical world by giving hope and respite to many coronary heart patients.