Anesthesia

The Surprising Influence of Henry Jacob Bigelow on Modern Medicine

The world of surgery was forever transformed by Henry Jacob Bigelow's role in the first use of anesthesia in 1846. His legacy is marked by innovation and compassion in medicine.

The Medical Maverick: Unveiling the Legacy of Henry Jacob Bigelow

Henry Jacob Bigelow, born in 1818 in Boston, was a pivotal figure in medical history, inspiring global transformations in surgery and anesthesia through his groundbreaking work at Harvard University and Massachusetts General Hospital.