Harvey Karman
Harvey Leroy Karman (April 26, 1924 – May 6, 2008) was an American psychologist and the inventor of the Karman cannula, a flexible suction cannula used for early-term abortions.
Harvey Karman | |
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| Born | Harvey Walters April 26, 1924 Clatskanie, Oregon, United States |
| Died | May 6, 2008 (aged 84) Santa Barbara, California, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | psychologist |
| Known for | safer abortion techniques |
| Notable work | Karman cannula |
| Spouse | Felice Karman |
| Children | Janice Karman |
Karman was born Harvey Walters in Clatskanie, Oregon. His father abandoned him when Harvey was young. He took the surname of one of his several stepfathers, William Karman.
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