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Founded in 1986, the History of Anaesthesia Society aims to promote the study of the history of anaesthesia and related disciplines and to provide a forum and social ambience for discussion among members. Membership is open to any persons over the age of 18 years who is interested in the study of the history of anaesthesia. The Society normally holds a two-day Summer meeting and a one-day Autumn meeting annually. In addition the Society has supported various projects connected with the history of anaesthesia. It funded the restoration of the gravestone of Sir Frederic Hewitt and has contributed towards the restoration of John Snow's grave as well as the Simpson grave in Edinburgh. Donations have been made in connection with the Hickman exhibition in Ludlow, and to the Erasmus Darwin museum in Lichfield. In commemoration of Joseph Priestley's researches into oxygen and nitrous oxide a garden seat was presented to Bowood House. The Society funded the conservation of the Casebooks of John Snow, which are held in the library of the Royal College of Physicians. The Society has reprinted Dr Barbara Duncum's book 'The Development of Inhalation Anaesthesia' and printed 'Essays on the History of Anaesthesia', based on the earlier volumes of the Proceedings.
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Online CME Courses in the History of Medicine
The Department of the History of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University now offers 2 CME courses online in the History of Medicine, designed to provide a historical perspective on issues of relevance to clinical practice today. In these self-paced modules, short videos and self-study questions built by Hopkins faculty guide the learner through key topics using compelling examples and up-to-date analysis. “Professionalism in Historical Context” explores the long history of the concept of professionalism central to medicine today, while the “History of Global Health” demonstrates how current institutions and practices of global health are the products of a history from 18th century colonial medicine through 20th century international health programs. Each of the courses earns 2 AMA Category 1 Credits. For further information, please see: https://www.hopkinshistoryofmedicine.org/content/cme.
Help for trainees with historical project
The History of Anaesthesia Society is happy to provide mentors to help trainees with historical projects. If you have an idea/project and want advice, e-mail a description of this to: amckenzi@staffmail.ed.ac.uk
Dr McKenzie will then select the most appropriate mentor, who will get in touch with you.
Note that the mentors cannot do the work and write the manuscript. They will give advice on the viability of the project, where to find relevant literature, other relevant aspects to consider, guidance on writing and where best to submit a particular paper.
Dr McKenzie will then select the most appropriate mentor, who will get in touch with you.
Note that the mentors cannot do the work and write the manuscript. They will give advice on the viability of the project, where to find relevant literature, other relevant aspects to consider, guidance on writing and where best to submit a particular paper.
