The Annual George C. Griffith Scientific Lecture

… ”To stimulate significant intellectual contributions to scientific knowledge,

… ”To advance physician knowledge and practice regarding cardiovascular disorders,

… ”To honor a great Los Angeles physician, teacher and humanitarian.

“Cardiovascular disorders are Twentieth Century man's worst scourges and greatest challenges. Valuable advances are being made against these health problems as a result of the investments that have been made in research.

“With the machinery of research set in motion, transmission and application of new medical knowledge is the most pressing need, now and for the future. Professional education, planned to establish the highest standards of knowledge and practice, will result in improved care of heart patients.”