Our next FoWT monthly meeting will take place on Monday 7th April 2025 – 7.00 pm (19.00 hrs) via Zoom.
“A Barber and a Surgeon” by Dr. Richard Marks.
Our guest speaker on the night will be Dr. Richard Marks, who will talk about “A Barber and a Surgeon”.
When Queen Victoria ascended the throne, medical practices had remained largely unchanged since the era of the Romans. This discussion will explore the influence of scientific and philosophical advancements on healthcare. We will uncover the transformative effects of the industrial revolution on medical practices and surgeries, delve into the activities of body snatchers, and trace the journey of doctors, surgeons, and nurses towards professional recognition during the Victorian age.
Dr Richard Marks is an experienced published historian, researcher, lecturer and tutor with expertise in manufacturing and social history, the Industrial Revolution, Victorian Britain, railway, and military history. He has authored a number of history books and has further books in progress including a series of heritage travel guides. Richard has a background in technology and business, and has worked as a consulting historian for various museum exhibitions.
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