Alexander Wiener

Alexander Wiener

Alexander Wiener (1907 - 1976) American physician, noted for his contributions to forensic medicine and serology. He discovered the Rh factor with Karl Landsteiner, and helped develop the exchange transfusion for treating erythroblastosis fetalis or hemolytic disease of the newborn. His work in the later area was supplemented by the independent work of Philip Levine on the same disease. Alexander Wiener also used his extensive knowledge of blood serology in forensic cases to solve disputed paternity suits. His work in this field was so impressive that he was made an honorary member of the Mystery Writers of America for his contribution to solving crimes. Alexander Wiener was a lifelong resident of the city of New York.