C. Barber Mueller

C. Barber Mueller, MD, came to McMaster University as the founding Chairman (1967–1972) of the Department of Surgery during the formative years of the university’s medical school. His vision was influential in the development of the McMaster philosophy of medical education. His exemplary skills as a surgeon, combined with a devotion to teaching in a kind, thorough manner, earned him many academic and professional honours during a 45–year career. Dr. Mueller’s dedication and contributions to knowledge, education and clinical care have created a legacy at McMaster and helped set the standards of modern surgery.

Dr. Mueller celebrated his 95th birthday in 2012 and published his latest book, Excalibur: The Sword of Science That Reshaped the World.