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Dr. Norman M. Kaplan
Dr. Norman M. Kaplan, 89, of Texas, died on 05 April 2020. Norman Kaplan, M.D. (89), Professor Emeritus of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical School, died peacefully on April 5, 2020 of complications of heart failure. Born to Sarah and IJ Kaplan, and raised in Dallas, he traveled the world over as part of a six-decade career. He was a world recognized leader in the field of Hypertension, starting from the early days demonstrating how high blood pressure was a major cause of heart attacks and stroke. During his prolific career, he authored 10 editions of the most popular textbook on Hypertension (Clinical Hypertension) and over 500 scientific publications. Dr. Kaplan worked for social justice in many areas and generously supported Democratic causes, opera, chamber music and theater. He loved travel, good food and wine, and his home in Santa Fe. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Audrey, his brothers Sol and David, sister Sylvia, grandson George Orley and stepson Adam Hudson. Survived by daughters Marcia Kaplan (Michael Privitera), Cynthia Reynolds (Peach), Carolyn Kaplan (Jon Sanford), and Diane Orley (Randall), stepsons Michael Hudson (Diane) and Daniel Hudson, along with 8 grandchildren, 5 step-grandchildren and 2 step-great-grandchildren. The family thanks the caring staff of Hospice Plus. A memorial will be arranged when possible. It is suggested that those who wish to further honor the memory of Dr. Norman M. Kaplan may do so by making a contribution to: Planned ParenthoodClick to Visit Charity Website or American Civil Liberties UnionClick to Visit Charity Website or Any Democratic candidateor A Charity of one's choice |