Surgical Procedure at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
AssociatedAssociated with
Sir Alexander Ogston
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1844 - 1929)
PhotographerPhotographed by
George Washington Wilson
(Alvah, Banffshire, Scotland, 1823 - 1893)
AssociatedAssociated with
Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
(Aberdeen, Scotland, founded 1739)
Date1870s
Object NameNegative
Mediumfilm
ClassificationsMedicine and Healthcare
Dimensions11.8 x 7.1cm
CopyrightOut of copyright
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS068530
About MeSir Alexander Ogston, fourth from left with large moustache, was a surgeon of great skill and drive. He developed orthopaedic procedures for club foot and knock knees. In addition he was instrumental in the introduction of Lister's antiseptic procedure (carbolic) to the Infirmary.
1930 - 1940
