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The Transvaal Medical Journal, 1905-1913.

R E Bernstein

    South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
    |March 7, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary
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    The Transvaal Medical Journal (TMJ) documented early Johannesburg medical practice from 1905 to 1913. It highlighted local expertise in private practice, hospital care, and public health initiatives.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical History
    • Public Health
    • Journalism

    Background:

    • The Transvaal Medical Society was established in Johannesburg in 1889.
    • Publication of the Transvaal Medical Journal (TMJ) commenced in August 1905.
    • The Society evolved into the Witwatersrand Division of the Transvaal Branch of the British Medical Association in 1912.

    Observation:

    • The TMJ continued publication as the Medical Journal of South Africa from August 1913.
    • The journal's content spanned eight years of medical discourse.
    • It covered diverse topics including private medical practice and hospital cases.

    Findings:

    • The TMJ's articles focused on preventive health in Johannesburg, South Africa, and international medical topics.
    • The journal showcased the adequacy and efficiency of medical expertise in Johannesburg during that era.

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  • Content included discussions from medical societies and congresses.

    • Implications:

    • Provides insight into the evolution of medical practice and public health in early Johannesburg.
    • Documents the role of medical journals in disseminating knowledge and professional standards.
    • Offers a historical perspective on healthcare development in South Africa.