From Handsaw to Scalpel — Season 1, Episode 4: Ophthalmology
Documentary • 28 min • 3 seasons, 18 episodes
Episode synopsis
In this episode, discover the history of ophthalmology, the branch of medicine dedicated to eye diseases, from the earliest Egyptian techniques to the electronic chips of the future.
About From Handsaw to Scalpel
A fascinating insight into the evolution of modern medicine as we explore the medical treatments for certain issues from past to present, seeing just how much we have learned through trial and error. The series is also a chance to see how medical advancements are currently used to treat problems in the fields of oncology, ophthalmology, dentistry, neurology, obstetrics and orthopaedics, and to see what the future may hold.