Inside Civil War Field Hospitals: Medical Practices and Realities

14/10/2022 14 min
Inside Civil War Field Hospitals: Medical Practices and Realities

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Episode Synopsis

Explore the grim realities and challenges faced by doctors during the Civil War. From battlefield surgeries to the rapid spread of infections, learn how the infancy of battlefield medicine influenced the survival of the wounded. Discussing key aspects such as amputation, open surgeries amidst chaos, and the pressure on field doctors, this episode delves into an often-overlooked aspect of Civil War history.

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