Sir Terence English (1933–2025)

Sir Terence English was a distinguished British cardiac surgeon and a Patron of The Hanoon Foundation. He was best known for performing the UK’s first successful heart transplant in 1979.

A former President of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, Sir Terence was knighted in 1991 for his outstanding contribution to medicine. He was a lifelong advocate for medical education and supported initiatives to strengthen medical training worldwide.

We remember Sir Terence with deep gratitude for his support, wisdom, and commitment to advancing medical education.