The Virginia Medical Journal, Vol. 6: Combining the Stethoscope and Virginia Medical and Surgical Journal (Classic Reprint)

A glimpse into 1856 medical practice and thought, with obstetric case reports and professional talk from Virginia’s most respected journals.

This edition compiles clinical notes, editorials, and medical news from the Virginia Medical Journal and its companion publication, offering a window into 19th‑century obstetrics, surgery, and medical commentary. Readers will encounter detailed cases, practical commentary on early procedures, and the era’s view of medical progress.

The issue foregrounds real‑world medical practice. It includes a dramatic hysterotomy case, reflections on the use of old versus new remedies, and a broad survey of medical periodicals and professional news. The material blends clinical description with editorial voice, illustrating how physicians balanced experience with innovation.

• Case reports and operative notes from obstetrics and surgery
• Editorial insights and cautions about adopting new treatments
• Notifications of medical society activities and professional news
• Illustrations and references to contemporary medical periodicals

Ideal for readers of medical history, obstetrics, and 19th‑century professional life in medicine.