Biomedical engineering has become the backbone of modern medical advancements. As we mark the 250th anniversary of the United States, we want to highlight our country’s leadership in healthcare research and discovery to the public and policymakers. Today, the Biomedical Engineering Society introduces American Health Discovery ( americanhealthdiscovery.org ), a public awareness campaign and alliance aimed at bringing the work of biomedical engineering and allied fields to light. The pivotal impact of biomedical engineering is remarkable. It includes: