Hopkins Heroes

Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore is a world-renowned medical institution, the birthplace of numerous groundbreaking accomplishments that have saved countless lives around the world for over 140 years. What is even more interesting are the individuals behind these important discoveries and innovations: some well-known, others obscure and unrecognized, all with fascinating lives behind the scenes. We will delve into Hopkins history from its foundation by the vision of Johns Hopkins and the Four Doctors, through topics including Blue Babies, Virus Hunters, Great Neurosurgeons, controversies including Henrietta Lacks and medical genetics leading to modern times. Both native Marylanders and others will appreciate a great story that continues to this day.