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1Istituto di Puericultura, Università degli Studi La Sapienza, Rome.
Insights
This review traces the history of pediatrics, covering its origins, key milestones, and literature. It highlights the establishment of pediatric institutions and societies in Italy, offering insights into the field's evolution.
Area of Science:
- Medical History
- Pediatrics
Context:
- Exploration of the historical development of pediatrics.
- Review of Italian and international literature on pediatric history.
Purpose:
- To summarize the origins and major events in the history of pediatrics.
- To review early pediatric literature, institutions, and professional organizations in Italy.
Summary:
- Details the etymology of "pediatrics" and the evolution of pediatric literature and education.
- Outlines the foundation of the first pediatric hospital in Italy, academic developments, and the establishment of national pediatric societies.
- Mentions the formation of a dedicated history of pediatrics group in 1998 and suggests future research avenues.
Impact:
- Provides a comprehensive overview of pediatric history, particularly in Italy.
- Serves as a foundational resource for understanding the evolution of child healthcare.
- Encourages further scholarly investigation into specific aspects of pediatric history.
Abstract:
The origins, major events and the Italian and foreign literature on the history of pediatrics are summarized. The origins of the word ''pediatrics'', the history of pediatric incunables and the first textbooks of pediatrics in Italian language are reviewed. Moreover, the foundation of the first pediatric hospital in Italy, the Italian history of academic schools in pediatrics, the first national congress and the formation of the national society of pediatrics are outlined. In 1998, on the occasion of the 100 years anniversary of the foundation of the national society of pediatrics, a special group on the history of pediatrics was formed. Finally, other topics for further studies are suggested.
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