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[The Gurhigae Jejoongwon: its size and activities].

H J Wang1, K L Lee, H W Park

  • 1Department of History, Yonsei University College of Art and Science.

Ui Sahak
|August 23, 2002
PubMed
Summary

The Gurhigae Jejoongwon, a larger medical facility in Seoul, provided extensive public healthcare and cholera prevention in 1895. Its significant site size enabled enhanced patient care and medical education.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical History
  • Public Health
  • Korean History

Context:

  • The Gurhigae Jejoongwon was a significant medical institution in Seoul during the late Joseon Dynasty.
  • Historical documents including reminiscences, diplomatic notes, and newspaper accounts were analyzed.
  • The study focuses on the physical site and medical operations of the Gurhigae Jejoongwon.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the geographical location, site dimensions, and medical functions of the Gurhigae Jejoongwon.
  • To understand the scale of operations and public health contributions of the institution.
  • To provide a historical account of a key medical facility in Seoul.

Summary:

  • The Gurhigae Jejoongwon was situated on a hill encompassing present-day Ulchi-ro to MyungDong Cathedral, with its entrance facing Ulchi-ro.
  • Its site area ranged from 1,810 to 5,036 pyung, significantly larger than its previous Jaedong location, allowing for expanded patient capacity.
  • The institution was central to public medical treatment and cholera prevention in 1895, earning recognition from the Joseon government.

Impact:

  • The larger site facilitated increased patient care and the resumption of medical education by Dr. Avison.
  • The Gurhigae Jejoongwon played a crucial role in public health initiatives, particularly cholera prevention.
  • The study highlights the recognized contributions of the institution to the health of common people in Seoul.

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