The Chloroform Baronet (Part 1)

About this episode

The episode discusses James Young Simpson's quest to alleviate patient suffering through better medical solutions.

James Young Simpson, as a young surgeon, was distraught at the seemingly inescapable pain and fear that patients were suffering. He decided to try to find a better solution. Support Noble Blood: —ORDER 'THE ARCANE ARTS' — Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon — Order Dana's book, 'Anatomy: A Love Story' and its sequel 'Immortality: A Love Story' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics covered

• pain management
• surgery
• historical figures
• medical history
• anesthesia

Keywords

• James Young Simpson
• surgery
• pain
• anesthesia
• medical history

Mentioned in this episode

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Books & works: Anatomy: A Love Story, Immortality: A Love Story

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