Antenatal diagnosis publications - Little Hearts Matter

This Black History Month we would love to tell you about Vivien Thomas, a cardiologist who played a crucial role in the development of treatment for children born with Tetralogy of Fallot, also known as Blue Baby Syndrome, and other conditions. Thomas pioneered an operation now known as the Blalock-Thomas-Taussig shunt. At the time, Thomas was disregarded because of racism and prejudice against his lack of an academic background, sadly it was not until the 1980’s that the procedure included his name. The procedure is still used to this day and has helped many of our members. Join us to celebrate this amazing man. ... See MoreSee Less