But Clark followed a very rocky course during the 112 days he lived with the Jarvik-7 device. In the days after the implant, the healthcare team made many optimistic pronouncements to the media about Clark's chances for survival. Jarvik and DeVries spent many hours speaking with the media about the operation, the device, and their patient's health status. When his heart began to fail on December 1, he was taken to the operating room, and after a nine-hour operation he became the first human being to receive an artificial heart intended as a permanent replacement for his own. He signed the eighteen-page consent form the night he was admitted to the hospital. Clark, a retired dentist who had been admitted to the University of Utah Medical Center on November 29, 1982, with cardiomyopathy, was deemed to be an ideal candidate for the first implant of the Jarvik heart (Fox and Swazey) as he was educated, enthusiastic, and had a very supportive family. (Submitted on April 30, 2020, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona.Barney B. Click here for another marker that is related to this marker.Īlso see. Touch for a list and map of all markers in Provo. 0.2 miles away) Superintendent's Residence - Utah State Hospital (approx. Provo’s First Jail Was Built in 1871 (a few steps from this marker) A Tragedy at the Site of the Provo Lime Kiln (within shouting distance of this marker) Utah Territorial Insane Asylum Came to Provo in 1885 (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line) A Wheelbarrow Parade in 1888 Helped Bring Political Parties to Provo (about 300 feet away) Fire Destroys Brigham Young Academy Building (about 500 feet away) Early Residents of Provo lacked Land Titles (about 600 feet away) Harmon Park (approx. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Marker is in this post office area: Provo UT 84606, United States of America. Marker is at the intersection of East Center Street and 800 East, on the right when traveling west on East Center Street. Marker is in Provo, Utah, in Utah County. A significant historical date for this entry is March 23, 1983. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Science & Medicine Paid Advertisement Barney Clark is a tribute to his medical generosity, courage and life. in zoology, graduating with honors in 1948. Clark received a bachelors degree from B.Y.U. He graduated from Provo High School in 1939, Dr. He attended Maeser Elementary School and Dixon Jr. Clark was one of Provo’s finest sons and he will always be remembered for his dedication and courage. Clark takes his place among American heroes.ĭr. His sacrifice is immeasurable in the advancement of medicine, for this, Dr. He used this heart to sustain his life from Dec. He was the first recipient of this artificial heart which was surgically implanted on Dec. Clark was a vital force in pioneering the use of a permanent artificial heart. Barney Clark dedicated his life to the practice and advancement of medicine from his entry into medical school until his death.ĭr. Barney Clark and his tremendous courage and pioneering spirit.ĭr. This historical marker is in Provo in Utah County Utah In memory of Dr. Clark takes his place among American heroes. Barney Clark dedicated his life to the practice and advancement of medicine from his entry into medical school until his death. Barney Clark and his tremendous courage and pioneering spirit.
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