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First Heart Transplant Accomplished 40 Years Ago

MADISON, Wis. — This month marks the 40th anniversary of the first human to human heart transplant, and University of Wisconsin Hospital doctors said researchers are working on even more revolutionary changes in the field.

WISC-TV and Channel 3000 previously reported on the story of Tina Adam, who was waiting for a heart transplant while using a ventricular assist device. She got that transplant last Wednesday and has been recovering at UW Hospital.