Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

York, Alcuin, and Sir George Newman.

J Walker-Smith1

  • 1The Wellcome Trust Centre for the History of Medicine at UCL University College London 24 Eversholt Street, London NW1 1AD, UK. johnwalker_smith@hotmail.com

Archives of Disease in Childhood
|October 23, 2001
PubMed
Summary

The history of medicine offers valuable insights and inspiration for medical professionals. Studying figures like Alcuin of York and Sir George Newman highlights the importance of a liberal education for doctors to enhance morale.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Dissecting microscope appearance of small bowel mucosa in children.

Archives of disease in childhood·2010
Same author

Edinburgh and its role in the foundation of Sydney Medical School.

The journal of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh·2007
Same author

A god for guts.

Gut·2002
Same author

Genome screening of coeliac disease.

Journal of medical genetics·2002
Same author

Potential viral pathogenic mechanism for new variant inflammatory bowel disease.

Molecular pathology : MP·2002
Same author

Brief history of Working Group on Oral Rehydration Solution.

Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition·2001

Area of Science:

  • Medical History
  • Medical Education
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Explores the historical significance of Alcuin of York's educational contributions.
  • Highlights Sir George Newman's appreciation of Alcuin's impact on education.
  • Details Newman's Quaker education at Bootham School and his educational philosophy.

Discussion:

  • Sir George Newman, the first UK Chief Medical Officer in 1919, recognized the value of historical knowledge in medicine.
  • Newman's views emphasized the principles of a liberal education for medical practitioners.
  • The study examines Newman's influence on establishing educational standards.

Key Insights:

  • Historical perspectives in medicine provide crucial knowledge and inspiration.
  • A liberal education is vital for contemporary medical professionals.
  • Past achievements in medical history can significantly boost morale.

Outlook:

  • Further research into historical educational models can inform modern medical curricula.
  • Integrating historical context may enhance medical student engagement and professional development.
  • The enduring relevance of historical figures in shaping medical education is evident.

Related Experiment Videos