A podcast series exploring medicine past and present - with each episode focusing on a different specialty

 

This podcast explores the history of medicine, alongside the experiences of medical practitioners working in the field. In each episode we delve into the history of a different medical speciality, before talking to a physician practicing that speciality.

The podcast is available to download on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean and Soundcloud.

Past & Present: Cardiology

In this fortnight’s episode we uncover the history of Cardiology. ‘What was a bruit de soufflet’? Why was the heart

Past & Present: Dermatology

In this episode we explore the history of dermatology. We start with anatomical texts and the history of flaying and

Past & Present: Paediatrics

In this episode we explore the history of paediatrics, including the importance placed on maternal milk, the

Past & Present: Ophthalmology

In this episode we explore the history of ophthalmology, or diseases and treatments of the eyes.

Then we talk

Past & Present: Haematology

In this episode we look into the past and present of haematology. Discover what it meant to be sanguinous, why early

Past & Present: Neurology

In this episode we explore the history of neurology. We start with the history of the word neurology, before

Past & Present: Emergency Medicine

In this episode we explore the history of Emergency Medicine. From the wound man and battlefield triage to Dutch

Past & Present: Pharmacy

In this episode we uncover the history of pharmacology and therapeutics. From Ancient Greek medicine, including