Treated the Governor's back wound by removing damaged tissue and suturing muscle and skin.
Historical person
Robert Roeder Shaw Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Robert Roeder Shaw, based on 6 World History Database records associated with United States of America.
Chronological biography
1963
Began surgery on Governor Connally's chest at approximately 1:35 p.m.
Arrived in trauma room 2 at approximately 12:45 p.m. to take charge of Governor Connally's thoracic injuries.
Sutured damaged lung tissue and lacerated muscles during Connally's chest operation.
Completed the principal chest and back operation on Governor Connally at approximately 3:20 p.m.
Took charge of Connally's care because the Governor's major chest wound fell within Shaw's thoracic-surgery specialty.
Titles and roles
Doctor, Parkland Hospital
Record provenance
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