History of Ophthalmology 5: Sub auspiciis Academiae Ophthalmologicae Internationalis

by Claudia Zrenner (Adapted by), Daniel M. Albert (Adapted by)

Overview

Divided into five sections, this book considers the history of ideas in ophthalmology and visual sciences; biographies of researchers in ophthalmology; the history of academic institutions involved in ophthalmology; ophthalmology in antiquity; and oral history in ophthalmology.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780792320531
Publisher:	Springer Netherlands
Publication date:	02/28/1993
Series:	History of Ophthalmology , #5
Edition description:	1993
Pages:	164
Product dimensions:	6.30(w) x 9.45(h) x 0.01(d)

About the Author

Albert, Daniel M., MD (Univ of Wisconsin); Edwards, Diane D., MS, MA (Univ of Wisconsin)

The contributors represent the specialties of ophthalmology and the history of science/medicine. Most are from Univ of Iowa, Univ of Wisconsin, Univ of Illinois-Chicago, and Univ of Chicago.

Table of Contents

The history of stereoscopy.- Helmholtz, the first reformer of ophthalmology.- Christoph Scheiner’s eye studies.- Jules Janssen (1824–1907): From ophthalmology to astronomy.- John Cunningham Saunders (1773–1810): His contribution to the surgery of congenital cataracts.- Thomas Hall Shastid (1866–1947): America’s forgotten historian of ophthalmology.- William R. Wilde (1815–1876) in Vienna.- Noelle Chome-Bercioux (1898–1990), Jules Gonin’s public relations’ officer.- Professor Gama Pinto and the beginning of Portuguese ophthalmology.- The first Danish Chairs of Ophthalmology.- Ophthalmology in Europe in the days of the French Revolution.- The present status of the Hirschberg Library.- A case of eye disease (Lippitudo) on the Roman frontier in Britain.- Some Byzantine chroniclers and historians on ophthalmological topics.- The penalty of blinding during Byzantine times.- Miraculous ophthalmological therapies in Byzantium.- The development of ophthalmology in the former German Democratic Republic after 1945.

Editorial Reviews

5 Stars! from Doody

This history was commissioned by the American Academy of Ophthalmology for publication in 1996 as part of the commemoration of the celebration of its 100th year of existence. The editors appropriately suggest that the book is an overview of the history of ophthalmology, which strongly supports their thesis that progress in the specialty has progressively evolved because of the solid contributions, intellectual and practical, and scientific methodology. This is demonstrated by an examination of the contributions of individuals in basic and clinical ophthalmology and by describing the foresight of leaders in moving the field forward. All ophthalmologists will benefit from reading this book and adding historical perspective to supplement their daily snapshots of the profession. The editors and other contributors are uniquely qualified to write this historical account. The book is loaded with interesting black-and-white photographs plus 13 color plates. Each chapter is carefully documented with extensive references. The table of contents, organization, and index make it easy to navigate through the book, which is very readable and relatively short (394 pages). As ophthalmologists juggle busy schedules, contemplate the tribulations of changes in healthcare delivery, and face other unpleasant challenges, it is easy to lose sight of the rich history and traditions of ophthalmology and the amazing accomplishments of our predecessors. They have given current generations of ophthalmologists broad shoulders to stand on in these trying times. Reading this enjoyable and informative book provides perspective and reinvigorates the reader's enthusiasm and commitment.

John W. Chandler