Cele mai bune Medical History podcast-uri (2023)

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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The Fungus Among Us: Historically Bad Fungal Infections 1:05:09

10h ago1:05:09

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With the success of "The Last of Us" show, we thought we'd take some time to look at historically important cases of fungal infection. We'll investigate a possible explanation for all those witch trials of yesteryear as well as a common childhood fungal infection that accounted for quite the degree of social upheaval in Victorian England. Also, we'…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Historical Medical Case Discussion: The Death of Harry Houdini 1:12:23

14d ago1:12:23

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There are many misconceptions and myths surrounding the death of the great magician and skeptic, Harry Houdini. Though many believe he may have died during one of his dangerous escape performances, the truth leads to a common diagnosis with a possible uncommon and unusual cause. FYI: Full show notes will be posted to our website. Sources: -https://…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Early Beginnings of the ICU and Critical Care Medicine 57:35

28d ago57:35

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In this week's episode we'll trace back the beginnings of the modern intensive care unit and critical care medicine as we know it. Much of this arose thanks to two particular infectious diseases--polio and tetanus. Tune in to find out how intrepid Danish physicians collaborated to save the lives of people dying from these diseases and ultimately le…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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A History of Diabetes and the Amazing Discovery of Insulin 56:22

1M ago56:22

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We're back! Many people know that insulin is an important part of the treatment for diabetes. In this episode we'll talk about how insulin was discovered and first used to treat a disease that, throughout the whole of human history, was previously fatal. We'll explain what diabetes is, how it used to be treated in the age before insulin, and how a …

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Show Update / Schedule Change 0:56

2M ago0:56

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Apologies but we'll have to delay the episode another week. Technical issues + scheduling conflicts + illness have all made for difficulty getting the episode done on our usual schedule. Also, the podcast will be moving back to releases every two weeks. Good changes in Max's career have unfortunately overtaken the free time he'd had to increase the…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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M&M (Museums and Medicine): The Old Operating Theatre Museum in London England with Monica Walker, PhD 1:19:47

2M ago1:19:47

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While we've discussed numerous famous Victorian era surgeons, we haven't taken this deep of a dive into their facilities. This week we bring you a conversation with Monica Walker, PhD, all the way from London, England. This episode runs a bit longer than the others but that's just where the interview took us. So many neat tidbits. We'll talk about …

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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The Hippocratic Oath - Solemn or Silly? With Special Guest, Dr. Brian Elliott 50:11

2M ago50:11

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Doctors and the Hippocratic Oath just go together like Turner and Hooch. That analogy makes as little sense as it does to keep harping on the Hippocratic Oath as a rite of passage for graduating physicians. There's plenty of myth to dispel here. Fortunately we won't go it alone. This week we are joined by physician and author, Dr. Brian Elliott who…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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M&M (Museums and Medicine): The Science Museum of Minnesota & Their Questionable Medical Device Collection 59:53

2M ago59:53

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This week we are joined by Laurie Fink, PhD, from the Science Museum of Minnesota (SMM) to discuss their anatomical collection as well as their super cool exhibit on quackery in medicine. Exhibits from the former Museum of Questionable Medical devices have been incorporated into the SMM's exhibit called "Weighing the Evidence." We'll talk about wha…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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The Aorta - A Historically Infamous Blood Vessel 1:05:04

3M ago1:05:04

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Let's mix one part anatomy lesson with one part historical overview of a very important blood vessel that has been a problem for numerous famous figures including Lucille Ball and Albert Einstein. We'll talk about what the aorta is, the various ways it can become a problem, people in recent and past history who have had issues with it, and finally …

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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M&M (Museums and Medicine): The International Surgical Science Museum in Chicago, Illinois 51:53

3M ago51:53

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In addition to introducing us to our prior guest, James Wilke, the International Surgical Science Museum also joined us to talk about the work that their museum is doing. We'll talk about a variety of subjects including some international skeletal remains housed in their collection, paying tribute to an ancient surgical technique. We'll find out wh…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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The Epic Surgical Quackery of "Dr." Goat Balls (aka "Dr." John Brinkley) 1:02:22

3M ago1:02:22

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Thanks to a listener suggestion we have this week's masterpiece. In this week's episode we'll talk about "Dr." John Brinkley who's affection for transplanting goat balls would be impressive if he weren't a charlatan. Could you imagine building a career of lies on something like this? No? Well, you're a better person than this guy. We bring you the …

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Book Biopsy: Spare Parts - The Story of Medicine Through the History of Transplant Surgery (with Author Paul Craddock) 1:06:14

3M ago1:06:14

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Our guest this week is author Paul Craddock, here to share his new book with us. Spare Parts is his first published work and is an excellent read into the history of one of the most complicated frontiers in medicine, transplant surgery. Stretching back to the 16th century and arriving into the present day, we'll go over some of the discoveries that…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Smallpox Part Two: Scourge in the Americas, Edward Jenner and Vaccination 1:10:03

4M ago1:10:03

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Addendum: There were some errors in the original audio file caught by early listeners. These were corrected but early downloaders may have the old version. Apologies for that. This week we bring you part two of our deep dive into the history of smallpox and the discovery of vaccination. We'll talk about smallpox in the Americas and the unimaginable…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Book Biopsy: Tik Merauke - An Epidemic Like No Other with Dr. John Richens 1:05:35

4M ago1:05:35

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Tik Merauke - An Epidemic Like No Other by Dr. John Richens, available from Melbourne University Publishing. ---->> Click HERE to purchase. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this week's episode we are joined by author and physician, Dr. John Richens, all the way from the U.K. He is…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Smallpox Part One: A Worldwide Scourge - with James Wilke 1:02:36

4M ago1:02:36

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Any medical history podcast needs to spend some time talking about perhaps the worst and most culturally influential infectious disease we've known: smallpox. So we're going to do this in two parts, starting with an overview of how smallpox affected various areas of the world and truly shaped the whole of human civilization. It's also one of those …

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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M&M (Museums and Medicine): The Lancaster Medical Heritage Museum with Kim Jovinelli 56:52

4M ago56:52

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This week brings us to the Lancaster Medical Heritage Museum in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to talk with their director, Kim Jovinelli. She does just about everything at the museum and you might recognize her if you've spent any time looking at medical history stuff on TikTok where she and her staff give glimpses of life at the museum and share fun med…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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The Barber Surgeons - Haircuts, Shaves, and Amputations 51:26

4M ago51:26

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If you can believe it, there once was a time when your friendly neighborhood barber might do more than cut your hair and give a close shave. For many centuries, barbers took on numerous surgical, medical, and even dental procedures when others would not. In this episode we'll talk about the role of the barber-surgeon, from their beginnings to the d…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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M&M (Museums and Medicine): The National Museum of Civil War Medicine with Kyle Dalton 55:21

5M ago55:21

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Welcome to the first of a series of episodes taking a deep dive into some of the most interesting medical museums in the world, starting here in the U.S. with our friends of the show at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine. Kyle Dalton will join us from their ranks to take us behind the scenes of the museum itself, and to discuss varied topics…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Galen and the Four Humors of Ancient Greek Medicine 44:58

5M ago44:58

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It's about time we talk about one of the most iconic physicians of ancient Greece. Galen is a well known name in medical circles. Many precepts in medicine can be traced back to him. His teachings lasted the better part of 2,000 years and were the foundation for the medical schools of yesteryear. That being said, Galen was wrong about a lot of phys…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Halloween Monsters and their Origins in Medical History 1:01:48

5M ago1:01:48

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Episode 37 In this week's show, Aaron will take us on a tour of the medical historical explanations behind some of the most iconic creatures of the night. Myths arise from many places and, as it turns out, the legends of things such as vampires, werewolves, and zombies could possibly stem from historical misunderstandings of various medical conditi…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Witchcraft, Pharmaceuticals, and Modern Medicine 52:28

6M ago52:28

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As we approach the objectively best holiday of the year in Max's humble opinion, we thought it best to do some Halloween themed episodes for the month of October. In this episode we'll talk about the link between modern medications and their roots in what were suspected practices of witchcraft. There seemed to be magic in the salves and potions use…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Physician Serial Killer - Dr. Thomas Neill Cream (aka The Lambeth Poisoner) 58:36

6M ago58:36

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What was missing from this point in this podcast was a good true crime episode. So here you go! This is the story of Dr. Thomas Neill Cream, a physician and serial killer that, despite his best efforts to NOT hide his crimes all that well, took way to long to be caught. There is also speculation he may have been Jack the Ripper. This is a dark and …

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Princess Diana - A Historic Case in Trauma Surgery 57:23

7M ago57:23

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While we’re usually reaching far into the past on this show, this week’s episode will feature a discussion of the tragic death of Princess Diana. We’ll focus on the details of the case from the standpoint of physicians doing trauma care in the modern day. We’ll question as to whether the outcome might have changed given modern technology or differe…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Anaphylaxis, Adrenaline, and the Invention of the Autoinjector Epinephrine Pen 52:26

7M ago52:26

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We are joined by special guest educator Patrick Kelly on this collaborative episode. Here we'll talk about severe allergic reactions and how early discoveries in the treatment of such led to a revolutionary life-saving technology: the auto-injector pen. Commonly known as an Epipen, this little bit of medical marvel was the culmination of a fascinat…

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Dissecting Medical History

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True Medical Crime - Dr. Bluebeard 34:58

7M ago34:58

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Another UK serial killer. This one born in Northern Ireland. Ever heard of the Bluebeard fairytale? This story has its roots reaching back to an old fairytale! Don't let curiosity get the better of you! Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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True Medical Crime - The Jigsaw Murders 35:51

8M ago35:51

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This week we tell a story of a hot headed doctor from the UK. Enjoy! Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Bier, Balls, & Cocaine: The Origin Story of Spinal Anesthesia. 38:28

8M ago38:28

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Not all of the ideas a person has while under the influence of drugs and alcohol are winners. There are exceptions, however. This is a fascinating story about the discovery of a revolutionary anesthetic technique all thanks to two inebriated German physicians playing around with spinal taps, hammers, and self-experimentation in the 1890's. It gets …

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NEW PODCAST - Medical Chit Chat 28:13

8M ago28:13

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We created a new podcast where we regurgitate the news and current events! Please go and check out the other episodes we have already listed. Hope you enjoy! Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Dissecting Medical History

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Last of the Fevers 44:24

8M ago44:24

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Very final fever episode. This week we talk about Lassa Fever, Metal Fume Fever, and Familial Fever among others. Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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A Tale of Cows and Presidential Heart Attacks: A Wisconsin Medical History Story 50:35

8M ago50:35

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This episode features a special guest! We welcome Erik and Russ, the hosts of the Wisconsin Drunk History Podcast to the show to share in this unexpectedly far-reaching homegrown tale. We'll dive into the story of how moldy hay, hemorrhaging livestock, and a literal bucket of blood helped a University of Wisconsin Biochemist discover a medicine tha…

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Dissecting Medical History

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Velveteen Rabbit and other Fever topics 32:59

8M ago32:59

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Tired of fever yet? I hope not because we have even more fever topics for you including a very emotional childhood favorite from the Velveteen Rabbit. Also a surprise announcement about where tangents go to die, I mean get stored. Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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U.S. Civil War Ambulance Corps (with National Museum of Civil War Medicine) 43:08

9M ago43:08

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This week's episode features a special guest collaboration! Kyle Dalton, from the National Museum of Civil War Medicine joined us on the show to talk about the origins of ambulance service. Believe it or not, figuring out how to safely extract wounded soldiers was not a high priority at the time of the U.S. Civil War. Fortunately, we'll talk about …

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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The Madness of King George III - A Possible Explanation 47:18

9M ago47:18

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This week's episode features a dig through an interesting article from the British Medical Journal with a proposed medical diagnosis for King George III--you know the one who was supposedly "mad". It turns out that while he was presiding over the monarchy during the American Revolution and issues with Napoleon, he may have been struggling with quit…

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Dissecting Medical History

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True Medical Crime - Dr. Ecoli 34:02

9M ago34:02

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Join us for some comedic relief as we make a whole lot of fun of Dr. Ecoli, aka the unhygienic doctor that has traveled the world hurting people. We are joined by Joe from the podcast Consistently Eccentric. Enjoy! Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Parkinson's featuring Robin Williams relation to it 1:16:24

9M ago1:16:24

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Rarkinson's Disease is still around but it its disease that has long roots. We talk about the disease and about Lewy Bodies dementia and what it must have been like for Robin Williams in the end. Hope you learn something new. Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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The Facemaker with Special Guest - Dr. Lindsey Fitzharris 54:49

10M ago54:49

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In this super-exciting special episode the Poor Historians interview author Dr. Lindsey Fitzharris about her new book, The Facemaker. The Facemaker centers on the incredible achievements of Dr. Harold Gillies, a plastic surgeon in WWI who not only helped restore the identities of injured soldiers with severe facial injuries, but developed a multitu…

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True Medical Crime - Dr. House Call 16:48

10M ago16:48

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This is a Russian tale. A serial killer doctor who actually does vitals! And he is still behind bars today! Enjoy! Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Got the Fever for More Fever 40:40

10M ago40:40

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Did you know there were soooo many different fevers a person can get? I sure didn't. Join us to learn about a few more fevers. Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Dr. Joseph Lister (via The Butchering Art - By Dr. Lindsey Fitzharris) 54:20

10M ago54:20

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Dr. Joseph Lister revolutionized the practice of medicine. He used the scientific method to make medicine and surgery safer. Set against a backdrop of Victorian-era surgical practice, as grim as that was, is this overview of Dr. Lister's triumphant career as a good guy in the annals of science and medical history. The Butchering Art, by Dr. Lindsey…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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The History of Kings and Colonics 45:51

11M ago45:51

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Every so often we let Mike choose topics without supervision. This episode is an example of this. We started with an examination of a famous case of early colorectal surgery and found ourselves in the bowels of the annals of medical history. Sponsor: Artery Ink Use promo code PHPOD at Artery Ink's website to save 10%* on your order of $35 or more a…

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Bedlam Hospital 41:59

11M ago41:59

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This episode reveals how long mental health care has come over the centuries. Part asylum, part zoo, Bedlam Hospitals history is a fascinating story about a famous institution carrying a name that came to be synonymous with the idea of chaos itself. Much of the source material for this episode comes from articles written by Dr. Jonathan Andrews at …

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Mercury As Medicine 40:56

11M ago40:56

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In this episode we'll discuss the various uses of mercury--yes, the liquidy metal that your parents told you not to touch--as a medicine. It was used for colic in babies as well as to treat syphilis in adults. It didn't work for either but, hey, it did produce something called "Mad Hatter" syndrome. One of our most popular characters will make a re…

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Dr. Mixologist - True Medical Crime 26:16

12M ago26:16

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This story is about a politically driven serial killer from Iraq. Join me as I tell the tale to two guests, one of which is Joe from the podcast Consistently Eccentric. Enjoy! Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Zoonosis Fevers 52:07

12M ago52:07

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This week we continue with the Fever series with Fevers that can cross over from the animal world! Hope you enjoy! Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Florence Nightingale 36:14

12M ago36:14

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Her name is synonymous with excellence in nursing for good reason. Here we'll talk about one of the most famous nurses ever to take up the charge of giving good practical advice to doctors who did their best to ignore it much to the detriment of their patients. She was well before her time. Sponsor: Artery Ink Use promo code PHPOD at Artery Ink's w…

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French Naval Officer - True Medical Crime 37:20

12M ago37:20

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This week we are stepping back from serial killers to bring you a one off murder, or is it? We are joined by our friend, Joe from Consistently Eccentric from the UK. Hope you enjoy! Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Women Inventors 1:09:19

1y ago1:09:19

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A list of amazing women that invented something medicalish related. We have quite the list of women! Hope you enjoy! It is rated e because I through in a couple of bad words. Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Poor Historians: Misadventures in Medical History Podcast

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Hypothermia (The Coldest Case of Survival on Record) 39:59

1y ago39:59

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The feature of this episode is a remarkable survival story, one which occured within the past 30 years. The other side of this coin is a discussion of the awful origins of much of the research on hypothermia and survival through nazi "experiments" (torture) during WWII. Sponsor: Artery Ink Use promo code PHPOD at Artery Ink's website to save 10%* o…

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Brazilian Murder Club - True Medical Crime 39:37

1y ago39:37

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In this episode we go way down South to find a serial killer doctor with her (yes a female), very own murder squad. This one is way too close to current to be comfortable! A serial killer female doctor just wanted to free up some beds. Over 300 of them. Support the showDe către The Professional Gypsy

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Valley Fever 55:21

1y ago55:21

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We are back!! So sorry to have kept you waiting. This episode has some commentary in the beginning you can skip through and jump right into the Valley Fever content if you want around the 15min mark. Then we talk about Valley Fever and its history.. More fascinating that I first realized. By the say, I accidentally cuss in the first 15 mins which i…

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