Forensic Medicine Division

The Forensic Medicine Division (pronunciation: /fəˈrɛnsɪk ˈmɛdɪsɪn dɪˈvɪʒən/) is a specialized branch of medicine that applies medical knowledge to legal issues and proceedings. It is a critical component of the criminal justice system and plays a vital role in the investigation of crimes and the administration of justice.

Etymology

The term "forensic" originates from the Latin word "forensis," which means "of or before the forum." In ancient Rome, the forum was a public place where legal matters were discussed. The term "medicine" comes from the Latin word "medicina," which means "the art of healing." The term "division" comes from the Latin word "divisio," which means "the act of dividing." Therefore, the Forensic Medicine Division is a branch of medicine that applies the art of healing to legal matters.

Related Terms

Forensic Pathology: A branch of pathology that deals with the investigation of deaths where there are legal implications.
Forensic Psychiatry: A branch of psychiatry that deals with issues arising in the context of the law.
Forensic Toxicology: The use of toxicology and other disciplines such as analytical chemistry, pharmacology, and clinical chemistry to aid medical or legal investigation of death, poisoning, and drug use.
Legal Medicine: The branch of medicine that deals with the application of medical knowledge to legal problems and legal proceedings.
Medical Jurisprudence: The branch of law that deals with the legal aspects of medical practice.