A Concise History Of Medicine is a book written by William Osler, a renowned physician and medical educator, and published in 1919. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of medicine, from ancient times to the early 20th century. It covers the major developments and breakthroughs in medical science, including the discoveries of anatomy, physiology, and pathology, as well as the evolution of medical education and practice.The book is divided into seven chapters, each focusing on a different era in the ...
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A Concise History Of Medicine is a book written by William Osler, a renowned physician and medical educator, and published in 1919. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of medicine, from ancient times to the early 20th century. It covers the major developments and breakthroughs in medical science, including the discoveries of anatomy, physiology, and pathology, as well as the evolution of medical education and practice.The book is divided into seven chapters, each focusing on a different era in the history of medicine. The first chapter covers the medicine of the ancient world, including the medical practices of the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. The second chapter explores the medicine of the Middle Ages, including the contributions of Islamic scholars and the emergence of medical schools in Europe.The third chapter covers the Renaissance and the Scientific Revolution, including the work of Galileo, Harvey, and Vesalius. The fourth chapter focuses on the 18th and 19th centuries, a time of great progress in medical science, including the development of vaccination, anesthesia, and germ theory.The fifth chapter covers the rise of medical specialization in the 19th century, including the emergence of new fields such as psychiatry and neurology. The sixth chapter explores the impact of war and technology on medicine in the 20th century, including the development of antibiotics and the use of medical imaging.The final chapter of the book reflects on the state of medicine at the time of its publication and the challenges facing the medical profession in the future. Overall, A Concise History Of Medicine is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the evolution of medical science.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1919 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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