Alexandru Marmureanu is the director of several cardiothoracic surgery programs at three hospitals in Los Angeles and has published numerous research articles. He is involved in charitable causes and travels around the world to train local surgeons and perform free surgeries.
Dr. Marmureanu's story began when he decided to leave Romania in 1990 and continue his studies at New York University, where he specialized in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery. After graduating, he began working at UCLA, where he still practices as a surgeon, and soon became head of the cardiothoracic surgery department at several hospitals.
Although he cannot reveal the names of his patients and the operations they have undergone, Dr. Marmureanu admits that he has worked with several celebrities who suffer from heart and lung problems. The doctor's charitable activities have also helped him meet famous people, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Steven Spielberg, and Anthony Hopkins.
Although he has lived in the US for over two decades, Alexandru Marmureanu is proud to be Romanian and always happy to revisit his native country. When asked about the secret to his success, he says, with sincerity and modesty, "Hard work, lots of study, and a job well done always make people appreciate you and help you reach the top of your career."
The article is translated from Romanian. You can read the original article here.