Dr. Michael E. DeBakey, M.D. Bronze Medal
Medals
- Year of Issue: 2007
- Authorizing Legislation: Public Law 110-95
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Background
This medal is a bronze duplicate of the Congressional Gold Medal honoring Dr. Michael E. DeBakey, M.D. for his many outstanding contributions to the nation as a heart surgeon. Congress authorized the medal on October 10, 2007. It was presented to Dr. DeBakey on April 23, 2008.
Characteristics
The obverse design depicts Dr. DeBakey in full scrubs with a surgery team in the background.
The reverse design features an anatomical heart placed prominently over a globe, representing Dr. DeBakey’s teachings on cardiovascular procedures to surgeons around the world. The heart is encircled by a ribbon with an inscribed quote by Dr. DeBakey.
Obverse Inscriptions
- MICHAEL E. DEBAKEY, M.D.
- ACT OF CONGRESS 2007
Reverse Inscriptions
- THE PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE HAS BEEN MY OBJECTIVE IN LIFE
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Artist Information
- Don Everhart, Sculptor-Engraver