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[Research steps of applied medicine]
1Arbeitsgemeinschaft zur Erforschung der ärztlichen Allgemeinpraxis, Wien. ctemml@hotmail.com
Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift (1946)
|July 14, 2001
Summary
The history of scientific medicine began in 1543. In 1955, Braun pioneered applied medicine research, uncovering its laws and terminology.
Area of Science:
- Medical History
- Applied Medicine
- Scientific Terminology
Background:
- The scientific study of medicine traces its origins to Vesalius's 1543 publication.
- Applied medicine remained largely unexplored until the mid-20th century.
Observation:
- Braun's 1955 work, "The law of regularly case distribution," marked a significant advancement.
- This publication opened vast new avenues for scientific investigation in applied medicine.
Findings:
- Initial research focused on identifying fundamental laws governing applied medicine.
- Development of a specific and appropriate scientific terminology was a key early task.
Implications:
- Established a foundation for future scientific inquiry in applied medicine.
- Highlighted the importance of systematic study and precise language in medical research.