J. Michael Criley
J. Michael Criley
J. Michael Criley (pronunciation: Jay Michael Cry-lee) is a renowned American cardiologist and medical educator. He is best known for his significant contributions to the field of cardiology, particularly in the areas of cardiac imaging and cardiac resuscitation.
Etymology
The name "J. Michael Criley" is of English origin. The initial "J." stands for "John", a common English name derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "God is gracious". "Michael" is also of Hebrew origin, derived from Mikha'el, meaning "Who is like God?". "Criley" is a surname of Irish origin.
Career
Criley has had a distinguished career in the field of cardiology. He is recognized for his pioneering work in the development of echocardiography, a diagnostic test that uses ultrasound waves to create images of the heart. He is also known for his innovative teaching methods in the field of cardiac resuscitation, which have been widely adopted in medical education.
Criley has served as a professor of medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, where he has been instrumental in shaping the curriculum and teaching methods. He has also held leadership positions in several professional organizations, including the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology.
Contributions
Criley's contributions to the field of cardiology are numerous and significant. He is credited with developing the concept of paramedic-based, pre-hospital coronary care, a model that has been adopted worldwide. He has also made significant contributions to the understanding and treatment of cardiac arrest and sudden cardiac death.
In addition to his clinical and research contributions, Criley is also recognized for his dedication to medical education. He has developed innovative teaching methods and tools, including the use of simulation in teaching cardiac resuscitation.
Related Terms
- Cardiology
- Cardiac imaging
- Cardiac resuscitation
- Echocardiography
- Paramedic
- Cardiac arrest
- Sudden cardiac death
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on J. Michael Criley
- Wikipedia's article - J. Michael Criley
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