10 Interesting Fact About The history of medical technology
10 Interesting Fact About The history of medical technology
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In ancient times, doctors used natural ingredients such as leaves, roots, and plants to cure diseases.
In the 19th century, the discovery of a stethoscope by Dr. Rene Laennec makes it easy to diagnose respiratory disease.
In 1928, the discovery of antibiotics by Alexander Fleming changed the medical world by allowing the treatment of bacterial infections.
In 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick discovered DNA structures, opening the way for genetic research and modern genetic therapy.
In the 1960s, imaging technology such as CT scan and MRI became an important tool in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
In 1978, Louise Brown became the first baby born through in vitro fertilization (IVF), changing the way we looked at infertility.
In 1981, the discovery of the HIV virus by Dr. Luc Montagnier and Dr. Robert Gallo made AIDS research the main focus of the medical world.
In 1990, the human genome project began, produced a complete sequence of human genomes in 2003.
In 2000, the first surgical robot, Da Vinci Surgical System, was marketed, brought a revolution in a minimum invasive operation.
In the 2010s, smartphone technology and Wearable Health Tracker allow patients to monitor their health in real-time and collaborate with their doctors for better treatment.
