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Asa: American Society Anesthesiology
American Society of Anesthesiologists' homepage. Includes various topics such as the scope of practice, patient safety, and history of ASA. Includes requirements of certification.
Read Works
Read Works: Old Time Operations
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text and timeline about ancient dentistry and surgeries. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
PBS
Pbs: Pioneers of Heart Surgery
Discusses several pioneers of heart surgery, including Christian Barnard.
Other
American Association of Surgical Physician Assistants
Home page of a professional organization of Physician Assistants working in surgical settings. Site includes educational resources, many links to related sites, and information about becoming a surgical P.A.
Northwestern University
Di Humani Corporis Fabrica
A historically significant translation of the groundbreaking text on human anatomy that changed the study of anatomy forever.
American Cancer Society
American Cancer Society: Basal and Squamous Cell Skin Cancer
The American Cancer Society site provides a wealth of information regarding skin cancer - nonmelanoma. Content includes a general overview, a detailed guide, and links to other information sources. This site is a starting point to learn...
PBS
Pbs: Christiaan Barnard
This site, which is provided for by PBS, gives an article about Christian Barnard's heart transplant accomplishments.
Other
Life Extension Foundation: Parkinson's Disease
This site offers information about the prevention and treatment of Parkinson's Disease. It defines the disease, signs and symptoms, medications and surgical interventions.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Cataracts
This article from KidsHealth is about cataracts. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye. You will learn about how they form, and how they are treated.
Other
Department of General Surgery: Overview
This resource provides information about the process of becoming a general surgeon through a five year residency after medical school.