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Rene-Theophile-Hyacinthe Laennec, French physician
Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec, French physician, inventor of the stethoscope in 1816 at the Hopital Necker in Paris, where he was working at the time. Seen here using a stethoscope on a patient
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1781 1816 1826 Hopital Hyacinthe Invention Inventor Necker Nurse Patient Physician Rene Stethoscope Theophile Treatment Laennec
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring a piece of medical history into your home or office with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic image of Rene-Theophile-Hyacinthe Laennec, the brilliant French physician and inventor of the stethoscope in 1816. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases Laennec in action at Hopital Necker in Paris, using his groundbreaking invention to listen to a patient's heart. Our high-quality metal prints are not only a stunning addition to any decor but also a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of medical pioneers like Laennec. Order yours today and celebrate the rich history of medicine.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
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In this evocative image, Rene-Theophile-Hyacinthe Laennec, a pioneering French physician, is depicted using his groundbreaking invention, the stethoscope, to examine a patient at Hopital Necker in Paris, where he worked during the early 19th century. Born on February 17, 1781, Laennec is considered a pivotal figure in the history of medicine. The invention of the stethoscope in 1816 revolutionized the diagnostic process, enabling doctors to listen to internal sounds of the heart and lungs more clearly than ever before. The scene unfolds in a hospital room, where the dim light from a nearby window casts an ethereal glow on the patient's bed. A concerned nurse looks on, her expression a mix of curiosity and apprehension, as Laennec, dressed in the formal attire of the time, focuses intently on his patient. The physician's deft touch and unwavering concentration are palpable as he listens to the patient's vital signs, his brow furrowed in thought. The stethoscope, a simple yet ingenious device, is held in Laennec's hands, its tubing coiled between them. The bell-shaped end rests on the patient's chest, allowing Laennec to hear the rhythmic sounds of the heart and the subtle breaths of the lungs. This moment, captured in time, serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of innovation and the enduring impact of one man's relentless pursuit of knowledge. Laennec's invention, which was first described in detail in his publication "De l'Auscultation Mediane" in 1819, paved the way for significant advancements in the field of medicine. The stethoscope remains an indispensable tool in the medical profession to this day, a testament to Laennec's ingenuity and vision.
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