Max Thorek
Max Thorek · Science & Medicine
Founded the International College of Surgeons and pioneered early mammoplasty (free nipple transplantation) and abdominoplasty body-contouring techniques.
1880, Chicago, United States — 1960
Chicago, United States
Max Thorek is recognized among Jewish contributors to Science & Medicine — Founded the International College of Surgeons and pioneered early mammoplasty (free nipple transplantation) and abdominoplasty body-contouring techniques.
Max Thorek was a surgeon who immigrated to Chicago after antisemitic violence, including his brother's murder, drove him from Europe. He founded the International College of Surgeons, creating a global professional body for the field. He also pioneered early breast surgery through free nipple transplantation in mammoplasty and developed abdominoplasty body-contouring techniques.
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Source: Rambam Maimonides Med J (2026)
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Founded the International College of Surgeons and pioneered early mammoplasty (free nipple transplantation) and abdominoplasty body-contouring techniques.
Source: Rambam Maimonides Med J (2026)
