Michael DeBakey receiving a honorary degree from the University of Lyon at a medical conference Michael DeBakey receiving a honorary degree from the University of Lyon at a medical conference

Contributor(s): Université de Lyon Publication: Produced: 23 October 1961 Language(s): No linguistic content Format: Still image Genre(s): Archival Materials Photographic prints Abstract: In 1961 the University of Lyon named DeBakey Docteur Honoris Causa.. An Honoris Causa is an honorary degree, in this case a doctorate. The degree was awarded to DeBakey to honor his distinguished contributions to the field of medicine. DeBakey kept a diary of his trip to Lyon, where he spent time with Professors Wertheimer, Arnulf, and Sisteron. He received the award on Monday, October 23, 1961. He described the day as follows: "We then went to luncheon at the Faculty of the University. Following this at 3 p.m. we put on our robes, which were very beautiful, and the ceremonies began with a speech by the Rector. Prof. Wertheimer presented me to receive the Honoris Causa and this was given to me by the Rector. I gave my response in French. It was a very impressive ceremony." Copyright: This item may be under copyright protection; contact the copyright owner for permission before re-use. Extent: 1 pages NLM Unique ID: 101743405X42 (See in Profiles in Science) Profiles in Science ID: FJBBDC Permanent Link: http://resource.nlm.nih.gov/101743405X42 Archival Collection: The Michael E. DeBakey Papers (Profiles in Science)