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AMBROISE PARE 1510-1590
Ambroise Pare, French surgeon, (1510-1590) Pare removes a lance head from the face of the Duke of Guise
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1510 1590 Ambroise Battle Field Guise Lance Pare Removes Surgeon Surgery
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This striking 16th century image captures the renowned French surgeon Ambroise Pare (1510-1590) in the midst of performing a groundbreaking surgical procedure. Kneeling beside the Duke of Guise, who lies prone on a makeshift operating table in a field setting, Pare concentrates intently as he carefully extracts the head of a lance that has penetrated the Duke's face during a battle. The setting, with its chaotic backdrop of soldiers and equipment, underscores the urgency and danger of the situation. Born in Paris, Pare began his career as an apothecary before turning to surgery. He is considered a pioneer in the field, having introduced several innovative surgical techniques and improvements to surgical instruments. This particular procedure, the removal of a projectile from a wound, was a common challenge during the frequent battles of the time. Pare's skill and expertise in this area saved countless lives and revolutionized the practice of battlefield medicine. The year is 1590, and the Duke of Guise, a prominent figure in French politics and military, has been gravely injured in battle. The successful removal of the lance head from his face is a testament to Pare's surgical prowess and his dedication to saving lives, even in the most dire of circumstances. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the crucial role that medical professionals, such as Ambroise Pare, played in the history of warfare and the advancement of medical knowledge.
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