 The possibility has now been established for the mechanical heart is a feasibility. There's much to be done now. It's as much like embarking on the space program. 60 years ago, when Dr. Cooley founded the Texas Heart Institute, no one predicted the extraordinary impact his action would have on the future of cardiovascular medicine and the care of patients throughout the United States and the world. In the beginning, no other facility near or far had as much experience in open heart surgery. Texas Heart Institute was the site of important, life-saving advancements. The founders of the Institute cultivated its early growth and today, the Institute is thriving in the largest medical complex in the world. Progressive translational research integrates discovery science, personalized medicine, clinical trials and population-based research into a multidisciplinary framework to improve health. From artificial hearts and assist devices, regenerative medicine and gene therapy to novel drug development and wireless electrophysiology innovations, discoveries at the Institute are advancing care for some of the most critically ill patients today. Texas Heart Institute celebrates 60 years of excellence with a renewed and unwavering commitment to global leadership in patient care, pioneering innovation and unparalleled training.