Dr. Charles Drew

Biography

Dr. Charles Drew was an American physician, surgeon, and medical researcher. He developed improved techniques for blood storage and applied this knowledge to develop large-scale blood banks.

Key Achievements

1
Revolutionized the field of blood storage and transfusion.
2
Organized and directed the first American Red Cross blood bank.
3
His work saved countless lives during World War II and beyond.

Birth Date

June 3, 1904

Death Date

April 1, 1950