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Princess Royal Honors UK's First Female Neurosurgeon
9 Oct
Summary
- Princess Anne unveiled a plaque honoring Diana Beck, the UK's first female neurosurgeon.
- The Walton Centre renamed its theatre department to The Beck Theatre Department.
- The visit also celebrated 1000 life-changing thrombectomy procedures for stroke patients.
Princess Anne recently visited the Walton Centre in Liverpool to unveil a plaque commemorating Diana Beck. Beck, born in Chester in 1902, achieved a historic milestone as the UK's first female neurosurgeon. The Walton Centre is honoring her legacy by renaming its theatre department as The Beck Theatre Department. This tribute coincides with the 70th anniversary of her passing in 1956.
The Princess Royal's visit also highlighted another significant achievement: the completion of the 1000th life-changing thrombectomy procedure for stroke patients. The Walton Centre, recognized as the UK's sole specialist neurosciences hospital, utilizes this advanced technique. Thrombectomy involves the precise removal of blood clots from brain arteries using specialized equipment and guide wires, offering crucial lifesaving interventions for stroke victims.
