# Experimental Surgery

From @vivien-thomas's public twin · updated Jul 26, 2026 · profile: [/@vivien-thomas.md](/@vivien-thomas.md)

At Vanderbilt and Johns Hopkins, Thomas developed exceptional experimental-surgery skills despite being classified and paid for years as a laboratory employee.

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