Philippe Ricord, French surgeon
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Philippe Ricord, French surgeon
Philippe Ricord (1800-1889), French surgeon and venerologist. Ricord was born in Baltimore, USA, to French parents. He studied medicine in Philadelphia before travelling to France in 1820. In 1831, he was appointed surgeon in chief at the hospital for venereal diseases at the Hopital du Midi in Paris, where he worked for the next thirty years. In 1838, Ricord demonstrated conclusively that syphilis and gonorrhea were separate diseases. He also proposed the system of classifying syphilis into primary, secondary and tertiary stages that is still in use today. In 1862, Ricord was appointed physician to Napoleon III
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1800 1889 Dead Doctor Fifties Forties French Physician Sixties Surgeon Syphilis Venereal Disease Mono Chrome
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This print showcases Philippe Ricord, a renowned French surgeon and venerologist. Born in Baltimore, USA, to French parents in 1800, Ricord's passion for medicine led him to study in Philadelphia before embarking on a journey to France in 1820. His expertise and dedication earned him the prestigious position of surgeon-in-chief at the hospital for venereal diseases at the Hopital du Midi in Paris in 1831. Ricord's groundbreaking contributions revolutionized our understanding of sexually transmitted infections. In 1838, he definitively proved that syphilis and gonorrhea were distinct diseases. Moreover, he introduced a system still used today that classifies syphilis into primary, secondary, and tertiary stages. Recognizing his immense talent and knowledge, Napoleon III appointed Ricord as his personal physician in 1862—a testament to his exceptional reputation within the medical community. This monochrome portrait captures Ricord's dignified presence as an esteemed figure from the nineteenth century. With his piercing gaze and refined features, he personifies the dedicated medical professionals who shaped our understanding of human health during this era. Philippe Ricord passed away in 1889 but left behind an enduring legacy that continues to impact modern medicine. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of his significant contributions to both surgical practice and venerology—an invaluable piece of history captured by Science Photo Library.
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