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Surgeons' Hall Museums' iconic William Playfair building at The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Surgeons' Hall Museums' iconic William Playfair building at The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

The Wohl Pathology Museum, one of the most historic collections of surgical pathology in the world

The Wohl Pathology Museum, one of the most historic collections of surgical pathology in the world

Book said to be made from William Burke's skin in our History of Surgery Museum

Book said to be made from William Burke's skin in our History of Surgery Museum

Artwork depicting historic tooth extraction methods is displayed in our Dental Collection

Artwork depicting historic tooth extraction methods is displayed in our Dental Collection

Upcoming Events

Blood and Guts walking tours

November 2021

Deep Cuts: A History of Dissection

Date(s): 2 November 2021

Time: 7pm

Cost: £23- £26.50

Age Restrictions: 16+

Booking Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/deep-cuts-a-history-of-dissection-tickets-166388296875

SOLD OUT!The role of the cadaver in medicine is largely hidden away in the modern world, but historically there are many depictions of the act of dissection. This two-week course with Human Remains Conservator Cat Irving will look at the history of dissection, and the role it has played in shaping the medical world. Starting with its brief flowerin…

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