The History of Medicine
Kirby Gong
Explore the rich history of medicine, from the diseases that once plagued us, how the medicine we take for granted today came to be, and the curious characters and stories surrounding these topics. Updates every week, with breaks between seasons for additional research and planning. Our current topic: Pain. Episodes to resume in early October 2021! Past Season's topics: Season 1 - Antibiotics. Season 2 - Surgery/Anesthesia. Season 3 - Public Health. Season 4 - Mental Illness. Season 5 - Pain.
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May 24, 2019 • 3min
0 - Introduction
Dive into the fascinating journey of medical history! Explore the groundbreaking discovery of antibiotics and their evolution. Discover the pivotal moment before antibiotics changed medicine forever. Learn how significant medical technologies have shaped our health and society. With engaging storytelling, this podcast sets the stage for an enlightening exploration of medicine's past and future.
