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The University of Glasgow and the Johns Hopkins Schools of Surgery
American Journal of Surgery
|June 1, 1980
Insights
Glasgow
Area of Science:
- Medical History
- Surgical Education
Background:
- The University of Glasgow's medical faculty has roots in 16th-century surgery.
- The Regius Professorship of Medicine was established in 1815.
Observation:
- Notable figures like Joseph Lister and William Macewen held the Regius professorship.
- William Macewen was initially considered for a professorship at Johns Hopkins.
Findings:
- The Johns Hopkins professorship was ultimately awarded to William Halsted (1889-1922).
- Halsted pioneered America's first major surgical school, a legacy continued by Blalock (1941-1964).
Implications:
- This highlights the historical significance of surgical training and leadership.
- The professorships at Glasgow and Johns Hopkins have shaped surgical practice and education.
Abstract:
Glasgow's medical faculty traces back to the illustrious 16th century surgeon Peter Lowe. Its regius professorship, which dates from 1815, has been occupied by many luminaries including Joseph Lister, William Macewen, Charles Illingworth and Andrew W. Kay. William Macewen was Johns Hopkin's first choice for professor, but the opportunity was then awarded to William Halsted (1889-1922), who developed America's first great school of surgeons, a tradition restored by Blalock from 1941 to 1964.