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JOHN ELLIOTSON

JOHN ELLIOTSON


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JOHN ELLIOTSON

JOHN ELLIOTSON Founder of Mesmeric Hospital. Date: 1791 - 1868

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John Elliotson (1791-1868): Pioneering Physician and Founder of the Mesmeric Hospital This image depicts John Elliotson, a trailblazing figure in the history of medicine, who is best known for his founding of the Mesmeric Hospital in London in 1853. Elliotson was born on March 15, 1791, in London, England, and studied medicine at University College Hospital. He became interested in mesmerism, a therapeutic technique based on the belief that the magnetic properties of the body could be harnessed to cure various ailments, during the 1830s. Elliotson's dedication to mesmerism led him to establish the Mesmeric Hospital, which was the first institution in the world solely dedicated to the practice of mesmeric therapy. The hospital attracted a diverse patient population, including royalty, nobility, and commoners, who sought relief from a range of conditions, including rheumatism, hysteria, and even epilepsy. Elliotson and his team of trained mesmerists used a variety of techniques, including hypnosis and magnetic passes, to help patients achieve a state of trance and facilitate healing. Despite facing significant skepticism and opposition from the medical establishment, Elliotson remained committed to the cause. He published numerous articles and books on mesmerism and its therapeutic applications, and continued to practice until his death on October 12, 1868. This photograph is a testament to Elliotson's groundbreaking work and his enduring legacy as a pioneer in the field of mind-body healing.

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