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[Ophthalmology in the Holy Land]
Anan H Abbasi1, Hanna J Garzozi
1Department of Ophthalmology, Bnai-Zion Medical Center, The Rappaport School of Medicine, Technion, Haifa. aabbasi77@yahoo.com
Harefuah
|July 25, 2009
Summary
This review chronicles the history of ophthalmology in the Holy Land from 1948 to the present, organizing existing materials and highlighting early developments and recent advancements in eye care.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Medical History
- Public Health
Context:
- The history of ophthalmology in the Holy Land is fragmented and lacks organization.
- There is a need to consolidate existing information on the subject.
- The period covered is from 1948 to the present day.
Purpose:
- To review the historical trajectory of ophthalmology in the Holy Land.
- To organize scattered information on the subject.
- To provide an overview of early ophthalmological practices and recent advancements.
Summary:
- This article presents a historical review of ophthalmology in the Holy Land, starting from 1948.
- It consolidates fragmented historical data, detailing the initial stages of ophthalmology in the region.
- The review also covers contemporary developments in local eye care departments.
Impact:
- Provides a structured historical account of ophthalmology in the Holy Land.
- Serves as a foundational resource for future research in the field.
- Highlights the evolution of eye health services in the region.
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