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Walter Marget and a brief history of paediatric infectious diseases in Munich, Germany

Ulrich von Both1, Dieter Adam2, Johannes Hübner2

  • 1Department of Infectious Diseases, Dr von Hauner Children's Hospital, LMU University Hospital, Ludwig Maximilians University, Lindwurmstrasse 4, 80337, Munich, Germany. Ulrich.von.both@med.lmu.de.

Infection
|April 4, 2023
PubMed

Insights

This article highlights the historical contributions to paediatric infectious diseases (PID) in Munich, focusing on Theodor Escherich and Walter Marget. It commemorates Marget

Area of Science:

  • Medical History
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Paediatrics

Background:

  • Theodor Escherich (1857-1911) is recognized as a foundational figure in paediatric infectious diseases (PID).
  • Escherich established key aspects of PID clinical care and research at the Dr von Hauner children's hospital in Munich.
  • Walter Marget significantly advanced PID in Germany, linking clinical paediatrics with microbiological diagnostics.

Observation:

  • Marget founded the Department of Antimicrobial Therapy and Infection Epidemiology at the Dr von Hauner children's hospital.
  • He fostered the development of numerous clinician scientists in the field of PID.
  • The article reviews the history of PID in Munich.

Findings:

  • Theodor Escherich laid the groundwork for paediatric infectious diseases in Munich.
  • Walter Marget was instrumental in establishing a dedicated department for infection epidemiology and antimicrobial therapy.
  • Marget's mentorship significantly contributed to the growth of PID expertise in Germany.

Implications:

  • Commemorating Walter Marget's legacy underscores the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in combating infectious diseases.
  • The historical perspective on PID in Munich provides valuable context for current infectious disease research and practice.
  • Recognizing pioneers like Escherich and Marget inspires future advancements in paediatric infectious disease management.

Keywords:
DGIINFECTIONMicrobiological diagnosticsMunichPaediatric infectious diseasesPaediatrics

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