Stories
- Article
The secret lives of Britain’s first Black physicians
Dr Annabel Sowemimo explores the web of connections between early Black British doctors, the role of empire in West Africa and the pernicious reach of scientific racism.
- Article
The hell of hay fever
After years suffering in silence, David Jesudason finds speaking out about his pollen allergy gives him hope for a future where his hay-fever symptoms are under control.
- Article
The work of wet-nursing
Many of us know that in the past, babies were sometimes nourished by wet-nurses. But, perhaps surprisingly, the practice continues today – and the milk recipients are not only babies.
- Article
The rise and fall of a medical mesmerist
Uncover the fascinating story of the doctor who popularised hypnotism as a medical technique, and could name Dickens among his famous friends.
Catalogue
- Archives and manuscripts
- Online
Royal College of Physicians of London
Date: 1963-1965Reference: PP/CRI/E/1/12/16Part of: Francis Crick (1916-2004): archives- Archives and manuscripts
Royal College of Physicians of London
Date: 1932-1934Reference: WTI/SGB/A.11/1Part of: Browne, Stanley George, CMG, OBE, MD, FRCS, FRCP, DTM (1907-1986)- Archives and manuscripts
Royal College of Physicians of London
Date: c. 1835Reference: MS.4298- Archives and manuscripts
Royal College of Physicians of London
Date: 1811Reference: MS.4297- Archives and manuscripts
Royal College of Physicians of London
Date: 1870Reference: MS.4299