History of Ophthalmology, Vol. 5

Author: Daniel M. Albert
Published: August 2000
Publisher: Kluwer Academic Publishers
ISBN: 0792320530
Hardcover Book
Number of Pages: 162

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The book contains predominantly black-and-white illustrations, with some color illustrations. Published in celebration of the centennial of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Daniel M. Albert, Diane D. Edwards, and their esteemed contributors have written the first comprehensive history of the field of ophthalmology. The book is indeed more than a comprehensive history, it is a captivating one. Each chapter is written engagingly and is filled with fascinating facts and curious lore, such as the treatment options for trichiasis during the ancient Egyptian period: "Pull hairs and apply a mixture of myrrh, lizard's blood and bat's blood until healed..." Or their prescription for pterygium: "Put into the eye a mixture of salt, frankincense, and pelican dung; or stibium, honey and lizard's dung." This beautiful history takes you from the day of the barber surgeon to the day of the refractive surgeon in 350 pages, imparting an understanding of how the modern specialty of ophthalmology came to be. Lavishly illustrated in full color. A "must read" for residents, practicing ophthalmologists, and all those interested in the history of science and medicine. The perfect gift for students, physicians, technicians, and those who devote themselves to the study and treatment of ophthalmic disorders. This history was commissioned by the American Academy of Ophthalmology for publication in 1996 as part of the commemoration of the celebration of its 100th year of existence. The editors appropriately suggest that the book is an overview of the history of ophthalmology, which strongly supports their thesis that progress in the specialty has progressively evolved because of the solid contributions, intellectual and practical, and scientific methodology. This is demonstrated by an examination of the contributions of individuals in basic and clinical ophthalmology and by describing the foresight of leaders in moving the field forward. All ophthalmologists will benefit from reading this book and adding historical perspective to supplement their daily snapshots of the profession. The editors and other contributors are uniquely qualified to write this historical account. The book is loaded with interesting black-and-white photographs plus 13 color plates. Each chapter is carefully documented with extensive references. The table of contents, organization, and index make it easy to navigate through the book, which is very readable and relatively short (394 pages). As ophthalmologists juggle busy schedules, contemplate the tribulations of changes in healthcare delivery, and face other unpleasant challenges, it is easy to lose sight of the rich history and traditions of ophthalmology and the amazing accomplishments of our predecessors. They have given current generations of ophthalmologists broad shoulders to stand on in these trying times. Reading this enjoyable and informative book provides perspective and reinvigorates the reader's enthusiasm and commitment. A comprehensive history of the field consisting of 18 essays covering the last 2,000 years of ophthalmological progress. Each chapter presents interesting facts, lore, and science, from ancient Egyptian remedies involving myrrh, bat's blood, and pelican dung to today's refractive surgeons. The first essay begins in the era before Hippocrates and moves through Greek, Roman, and Arabian ophthalmology, the Middle Ages and Renaissance, the discovery of the anatomy of the eye, the development of ophthalmic pathology, ocular refraction and the development of spectacles, physiology, microbiology, various forms of surgery, and neuro-ophthalmology. Later chapters cover pioneering women in the field, optometry, the origins of the National Eye Institute, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Fine b&w photographs, with 12 color plates. . Albert, Daniel M., MD (Univ of Wisconsin); Edwards, Diane D., MS, MA (Univ of Wisconsin)The contributors represent the specialties of ophthalmology and the history of science/medicine. Most are from Univ of Iowa, Univ of Wisconsin, Univ of Illinois-Chicago, and Univ of Chicago.

Table of Contents
List of Contributors
List of Color Plates
Foreword
Preface
1 Ophthalmology Before Hippocrates 1
2 Greek, Roman, and Arabian Ophthalmology 13
3 Ophthalmology in the Middle Ages and Renaissance 35
4 Discovering the Anatomy of the Eye 47
5 The Development of Ophthalmic Pathology 65
6 Ocular Refraction and the Development of Spectacles 107
7 Physiology of the Eye 125
8 Microbiology of the Eye and Ophthalmia 147
9 Cataract Surgery 165
10 The Ophthalmoscope and Retinovitreous Surgery 177
11 Glaucoma 203
12 Corneal Surgery 225
13 Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery 235
14 Eye Movements and Neuro-ophthalmology 255
15 Pioneering Women in Ophthalmology 273
16 Optometry 303
17 The Origins of the National Eye Institute, 1933-1968 311
18 The American Academy of Ophthalmology 323
Index 359

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