Bicuspid Aortic Foundation Dr. Griepp Award Page

Bicuspid Aortic Foundation
Distinguished Scientist Award
Presented to
Professor Randall B. Griepp, MD

Dr. Sharo Raissi (right) presented the Distinguished
Scientist Award to Dr. Randall Griepp on behalf of the Foundation

The Board of Directors of the Bicuspid Aortic Foundation has established a Distinguished Scientist Award and designated that it be given annually in recognition of significant contributions to the advancement of thoracic aortic surgery.

The Foundation's first Distinguished Scientist Award was presented to Professor Randall B. Griepp, MD, at a dinner in his honor on April 10, 2005 in San Francisco.

Dr. Griepp's numerous pioneering contributions to the surgical treatment of aortic aneurysm and dissection in the chest have greatly advanced the ability to address even the most difficult aspects of these conditions. In addition to providing aortic surgical training to many residents through the years, Dr. Griepp has been the program director of the Aortic Surgery Symposium. Since its inception this Symposium has been invaluable, providing an international forum focused solely on the treatment of the thoracic aorta.

For patients and families affected by aortic aneurysm, dissection, heart valve conditions, and other aspects of the underlying associated conditions, it is both reassuring and comforting to know that the pioneers in the treatment of aortic disease in the chest continue to press forward with leading edge approaches.

The picture below includes a patient, a family member, and four internationally recognized surgeons specializing in the treatment of aortic aneurysm and dissection in the chest. This picture embodies the essence of what the Bicuspid Aortic Foundation is: patients, families, and medical professionals who together create an atmosphere of caring and a climate of hope.

Among those present at the dinner in Dr. Griepp's honor were (left to right)

Mrs. Arlys Velebir, Mrs. Carrie Mettler, Dr. Teruhisa Kazui (Hamamatsu, Japan), Dr. Randall Griepp,
Dr. Nicholas Kouchoukos (St. Louis), Dr. Eva Griepp, Mrs. Judy Kouchoukos, Dr. Sharo Raissi

The Foundation would like to thank Dr. Ed Yee and his wife Vicki for their interest in the Foundation's mission, their kindness in assisting with the arrangements in San Francisco, and joining us in honoring Dr. Griepp.

(Left to right) Mrs. Vicki Yee, Dr. Ed Yee, Mrs. Carrie Mettler, Mrs. Arlys Velebir

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