Anesthesia and the Classics: A Journey Through History

Anesthesia is one of the most important medical advances in human history. It has made possible countless surgeries and procedures that would have been impossible without it. Today, we take anesthesia for granted, but it is a relatively new invention. The first successful use of anesthesia was in 1846, and it was not until the 20th century that anesthesia became widely used.

In "Anesthesia and the Classics," Dr. Stanley Joel Reiser tells the fascinating story of the development of anesthesia. He takes us on a journey from the ancient Greeks, who used opium and other natural substances to relieve pain, to the 19th-century scientists who discovered the anesthetic properties of ether and chloroform. Reiser also explores the ethical and social issues surrounding anesthesia, such as the debate over whether or not it should be used during childbirth.

Anesthesia and the Classics: Essays on avatars of professional values

by Robert S. Holzman

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Language	:	English
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Print length	:	276 pages

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"Anesthesia and the Classics" is a beautifully written and meticulously researched book. Reiser has a deep understanding of the history of medicine, and he brings his subject to life with vivid descriptions and engaging anecdotes. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, surgery, or pain management.

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"Anesthesia and the Classics is a tour de force. Reiser has written a comprehensive and engaging account of the history of anesthesia, from its humble beginnings to its modern-day applications. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, surgery, or pain management."

- Dr. Atul Gawande, author of "Complications" and "Being Mortal"

"Reiser's book is a fascinating and informative read. He has a deep understanding of the history of medicine, and he brings his subject to life with vivid descriptions and engaging anecdotes. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of anesthesia."

- Dr. Francis D. Moore, author of "The History of Surgery"

Table of Contents

2. The Ancient World
3. The Middle Ages
4. The Renaissance
5. The 18th Century
6. The 19th Century
7. The 20th Century
8. The 21st Century

Author Biography

Dr. Stanley Joel Reiser is a historian of medicine and a professor at the University of California, San Francisco. He is the author of numerous books and articles on the history of medicine, including "The Machine and the Ghost: The History of Technology and the Rise of Modern Medicine" and "Medicine and the Reign of Technology."

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Anesthesia and the Classics: Essays on avatars of professional values

by Robert S. Holzman

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	28367 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	276 pages

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