First published 2021
From the father of modern surgery to the discoverer of penicillin, "Notable Names in Medicine and Surgery" profiles the visionary minds that revolutionized healthcare. Delve into the triumphs and tragedies that fueled groundbreaking innovations, from anesthesia to organ transplants. Witness the highs and lows of the individuals who dedicated their lives to advancing the science of saving lives.
Genres: biography, history, medical, 20th-century, history-of-medicine, 19th-century, academic, history-of-science
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: inspirational-figures, triumph-and-tragedy
Period: 19th-Century, 20th-Century
238 pages · Hardcover · Hassell Street Press