Breathing on the Roof of the World

Focusing on his groundbreaking medical career, John West MD PhD shares his informal autobiography, detailing his journey from obtaining a medical degree in Adelaide, Australia, to his 15 years at the Royal Postgraduate Medical School in London. He highlights his pioneering work using radioactive oxygen-15, which led to the first insights into the uneven regional distribution of blood flow in the lungs, showcasing significant advancements in medical research and understanding of pulmonary physiology.