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A Back Country Doctor in his Surgery - Australian Outback
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A Back Country Doctor in his Surgery - Australian Outback
A Back Country Doctor in his Surgery - Australian Outback -combining the facilities of a chemist, doctor, pharmacist and veterinary! Date: circa 1910
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1. Title: A Back Country Doctor in His Surgery - Australian Outback, Circa 1910 This evocative photograph captures the essence of a back country doctor tending to his patients in the remote Australian Outback. The doctor, dressed in a long-sleeved shirt and trousers, sits at a rudimentary wooden table, surrounded by the tools of his trade. The table is cluttered with various medical instruments, bottles of medicines, and a small veterinary kit, reflecting the multifaceted role of a back country doctor in early 20th century Australia. The doctor's surgery is located in a rustic outbuilding, with the sun streaming in through a window, casting long shadows across the room. The walls are adorned with shelves filled with more bottles of medicines and jars of herbs, while a large mortar and pestle sit on the table, ready for compounding remedies. The doctor's patients were not limited to humans; the Australian Outback was a vast, isolated region, and the doctor often served as the local veterinarian as well. The presence of a sheepskin rug and veterinary instruments attests to this fact. The doctor's role extended beyond that of a traditional doctor, making him a vital member of the rural community. The back country doctor played a crucial role in the history of healthcare in Australia, particularly in the Outback. With long distances and limited resources, these doctors provided essential medical care to settlers and their livestock, often traveling great distances on horseback to reach their patients. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of those who lived and worked in the Australian Outback during this period.
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