Army Capt. Bradley Pierce, a general surgery resident at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, has developed a life support system designed to improve survival after traumatic abdominal hemorrhage. His work has been recognized by Forbes in their "30 Under 30 Healthcare 2026" list.
Pierce's innovation, an extracorporeal membrane oxygenation life support system, shows potential for use in emergency rooms and rural medical facilities. This development highlights the impact military medicine can have on broader health care solutions.
Raised by an Army physician father and a scientist mother, Pierce's upbringing fostered early exposure to both medicine and science. He describes health care as something that "always felt familiar," reflecting a lifelong connection to the field.
Location: Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu
Recognition: Forbes "30 Under 30 Healthcare 2026"
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