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 In
Memoriam
Murdina
M. Desmond, MD (1916-2003)
Head,
Section of Neonatology,
Baylor College of Medicine
1957-1972
Our
faculty and staff
were saddened to learn that the beloved Dr. Murdina Desmond had
passed away in July. Her contributions both to the Section of
Neonatology at Baylor College of Medicine and to the science and
knowledge of the field of newborn medicine were remarkable.
“Dr.
Murdina Desmond was a renowned and respected leader in neonatology
worldwide,” said Dr. Leonard E. Weisman, current Head of Neonatology
at Baylor. “Her research accomplishments were extensive, but none
more than her work on the newborn’s transition from fetal to neonatal
life. This work was a major milestone in neonatology and continues
to enhance the care of all babies today.
“Murdina
was an outstanding medical educator and everyone enjoyed spending
time with her because of her friendly and outgoing personality.
She gave birth to Neonatology at Baylor College of Medicine, blazed
the trail for those who followed, and was an inspiration to everyone
who knew her. She was a brilliant scientist, a thought-provoking
teacher, a wonderful leader, and a fabulous friend. We all are
going to miss her, but were blessed to have known her.”
Dr.
Desmond was featured in the Spotlight column of the inaugural
issue of NeonatalNews.Net in
July 2000.
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