William Osler
William Osler
William Osler (pronounced: /ˈwɪliəm ˈɒzlər/; 1849–1919) was a Canadian physician and one of the four founding professors of Johns Hopkins Hospital. Osler created the first residency program for specialty training of physicians, and he was the first to bring medical students out of the lecture hall for bedside clinical training.
Etymology
The name "Osler" is of Old English origin, derived from the words "os" (god) and "leah" (wood or clearing). It is a topographic name for someone who lived near a grove or clearing dedicated to the gods.
Related Terms
- Johns Hopkins Hospital: One of the leading hospitals in the United States, where Osler was one of the four founding professors.
- Residency (medicine): A stage of graduate medical training, which Osler created the first program for.
- Clinical training: Practical training in a healthcare setting, which Osler was the first to bring medical students into for.
- Bedside manner: The approach a healthcare professional takes when dealing with patients, which Osler emphasized the importance of.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on William Osler
- Wikipedia's article - William Osler
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