Sound & Vision

Interview with Sir Brian Barratt-Boyes

When we think inspiring heroes in Aotearoa New Zealand, we often think ofathletes and sportspeople. But how many of us know about the world-class(and world-first) achievements of Sir Brian Barratt-Boyes? Watch his shortinterview from New Zealand's Top 100 History Makers (2005) to hearfirst-hand of his achievements.

Archival footage preserved and made available by Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision. Courtesy of Visionary Film & TV.




































The revolution of surgical practice that began in the 1950s included Sir Brian's major contributions to cardiac surgery in the 1960s. New practices and technologies launched an exciting era for the world's operating tables.