TED: A new way to heal hearts without surgery | Franz Freudenthal

The video follows the journey of a medical professional inspired by his grandmother to address congenital heart disease in children. It details the development of a device to close heart holes, initially using a simple avocado branch as a mold. The narrative highlights the challenges faced, the innovative use of traditional weaving techniques, and the impact of the device on patients. The speaker emphasizes the importance of creativity, resilience, and the goal of ensuring no child is left untreated due to cost or access, leading to the establishment of a foundation to provide free devices globally.

What key lesson did the speaker learn from their grandmother?

• The necessity of living in the city

• The significance of learning multiple languages

• The importance of financial success

• The value of creativity in bridging dreams and reality

What is a major cause of heart defects in newborns according to the speaker?

• Lack of oxygen during pregnancy

• Exposure to loud noises

• Excessive physical activity

• High sugar intake

What inspired the initial invention of the heart coil?

• A dream about a new technology

• A conversation with a famous scientist

• A book about medical devices

• A camping experience with a green avocado branch

What traditional method helped in developing the new heart device?

• Metal sculpting

• Pottery making

• Wood carving

• Indigenous weaving techniques

How does the new device enter the body?

• Through open-heart surgery

• Via natural channels using a catheter

• By injecting a serum

• Through a robotic arm

What is the main goal of the speaker's foundation?

• To provide free education

• To train more doctors

• To build hospitals in every city

• To ensure no child is untreated due to cost or access

What is the duration of the entire procedure using the new device?

• 2 hours

• 1 hour

• 30 minutes

• 15 minutes