Arvid Wallgren

Arvid Wallgren

Name	Arvid Wallgren
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Birth date	(1877-01-11)11 January 1877
Birth place	Gothenburg, Sweden
Death date	20 June 1972(1972-06-20) (aged 95)
Death place	Gothenburg, Sweden
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Occupation	Pediatrician
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Known for	Research in tuberculosis and pediatrics
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Arvid Wallgren (11 January 1877 – 20 June 1972) was a prominent Swedish pediatrician known for his pioneering work in the field of tuberculosis and child health. His contributions to medical science, particularly in understanding and treating tuberculosis in children, have had a lasting impact on pediatrics.

Early Life and Education

Arvid Wallgren was born in Gothenburg, Sweden. He pursued his medical education at the University of Gothenburg, where he developed a keen interest in pediatrics and infectious diseases. Wallgren completed his medical degree in 1903 and subsequently specialized in pediatrics.

Career

Wallgren began his career at the Gothenburg Children's Hospital, where he worked under the mentorship of several leading pediatricians of the time. His early work focused on the health and diseases of children, with a particular emphasis on tuberculosis, which was a major public health issue in the early 20th century.

Research on Tuberculosis

Wallgren's most significant contributions were in the study of tuberculosis in children. He conducted extensive research on the transmission, diagnosis, and treatment of the disease. Wallgren was instrumental in developing methods for early detection of tuberculosis in children, which greatly improved treatment outcomes.

He introduced the use of the tuberculin skin test as a diagnostic tool for tuberculosis in children, which became a standard practice in pediatrics. His work helped to establish protocols for the management of tuberculosis in pediatric patients, reducing mortality rates and improving quality of life.

Academic Contributions

In addition to his clinical work, Wallgren was a dedicated educator. He served as a professor of pediatrics at the University of Gothenburg, where he trained a generation of pediatricians. His lectures and publications were influential in shaping modern pediatric practices.

Legacy

Arvid Wallgren's contributions to medicine, particularly in the field of tuberculosis, have had a profound impact on public health. His work laid the foundation for modern pediatric care and influenced policies on the management of infectious diseases in children.

Wallgren's legacy is honored through various awards and lectureships named after him, recognizing his contributions to medical science and education.

Also see

• Pediatrics
• Tuberculosis
• University of Gothenburg
• Tuberculin skin test