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The Story of Orthopaedics - Hardcover

Rang MB BS FRCS(Eng) FRCSC(Eng) FRCSC, Mercer; Rang, Mercer

 
9780721671413: The Story of Orthopaedics

Synopsis

Here's a charming, in-depth account of the history of orthopaedics, written by an accomplished and much-admired orthopaedist. Dr. Rang's humorous, anecdotal style gives readers a fresh perspective on the specialty. This informative book is a valuable resource for anyone wishing to learn more about the facts and forces that shaped this burgeoning field. It will also make a thoughtful gift for orthopaedic practitioners, residents, and fellows who are interested in their profession's history

  • Presents biographical sketches of early orthopaedists to familiarize readers with the field's pioneers.
  • Covers many topics that are hard to find in other sources, such as the origin of orthopaedic hospitals.
  • Includes 660 illustrations that add a visual dimension to the coverage, depicting early models of orthopaedic devices, portraits of trailblazing practitioners, and much more.
  • Offers abundant timelines that provide overviews of historical events.
  • Discussesdevelopments that are relatively new to the field, including arthroscopy, internal fixation of fractures, and joint replacement.
  • Quotes early descriptions of orthopaedics and its key terms.
  • Traces historical developments in orthopaedics by body area or subspecialty, e.g., the adult hip, spinal pain, and sports medicine.
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    About the Author

    Mercer Rang, MB, BS, FRCS (Eng), FRCSC, Professor, University of Toronto; Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon, The Hospital for Sick Children and The Bloorview MacMillan Centre, Toronto,Canada

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