Beneath the Scalpel: Exploring the Dark Chapters in the History of Body Procurement

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2023-10-03
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Brokaw, James J.
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Presentation slides for lecture delivered by James J. Brokaw, PhD, MPH (Professor Emeritus of Anatomy & Cell Biology, IU School of Medicine) on October 3, 2023. Uncovering the controversial and often grim history of acquiring bodies for anatomical study, from the shadowy days of grave robbing and body snatching to the emergence of ethical standards and regulations, this presentation shines a light on the evolution of practices that have shaped the field of dissection, prompting reflection on the delicate balance between scientific progress and ethical considerations.

Presentation recording available online: https://purl.dlib.indiana.edu/iudl/media/692t156n7d

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History of Medicine, Medical Colleges, Dead, Cadavers, Body Snatching, Human Anatomy
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This event was sponsored by the John Shaw Billings History of Medicine Society, IU School of Medicine History of Medicine Student Interest Group, IUPUI Medical Humanities & Health Studies Program, and the Ruth Lilly Medical Library.
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