Few know the stories behind some of the biggest discoveries in medicine made throughout history. The first-known surgeries in ancient India, the accidental discovery of antibiotics by a Scottish bacteriologist, and contemporary techniques such as in vitro fertilization are all covered in this neatly organized, vivid text that guides readers through a chronologically ordered history of medical breakthroughs. Biographical sidebars narrate the lives of the bright minds behind these breakthroughs, and a succinct timeline summarizes their findings for readers. Do not miss this chance to explore the medical discoveries that changed the world.
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