Tribute to Dr. John J. Downes - The Development and Evolution of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Dr. John J. Downes was a pioneer in the fields of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine who changed the lives of thousands. He will always be remembered as a devoted clinician and visionary leader.

In this video, Dr. Robert Berg, Division Chief and Russell C. Raphaely Endowed Chair in Critical Care Medicine at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, remarks on the career and accomplishments of Dr. Downes as an introduction to an honorary republication of the World Shared Practice presentation by Dr. Downes, previously published on May 26, 2017.
In that presentation, Dr. John Downes gives his unique perspective on the growth of the modern Intensive Care Unit from its origins while recounting some of his own experiences as a pediatric intensivist.

Upon viewing this presentation, participants will be able to:

- Identify the impacts made on Modern Medicine by the discovery of anesthesia, expansion of nursing care, and application of asepsis
- Recognize influential medical professionals who advocated for the rights of sick children in the early 20th century
- Reference significant historical milestones in the development of respiratory therapies and best practices in the Intensive Care Unit

Publication date: January 24, 2022.

0:00:00 Tribute by Dr. Robert Berg

0:10:15 The Development and Evolution of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine



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