Béla Schick
| Béla Schick, Hungarian-American pediatrician | |
| Name | Béla Schick |
| Birth name | |
| Birth date | 16 July 1877 |
| Birth place | Balatonboglár, Austria-Hungary |
| Death date | 6 December 1967 (aged 90) |
| Death place | New York City, United States |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | Pediatrician |
| Years active | |
| Organization | |
| Known for | Schick test |
| Notable works | |
| Spouse(s) | |
| Website | |
Béla Schick (July 16, 1877 – December 6, 1967) was a Hungarian-American pediatrician who is best known for developing the Schick test, a method for determining susceptibility to diphtheria. His work significantly advanced the field of immunology and contributed to the prevention of infectious diseases.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Béla Schick was born in Balatonboglár, a small town in what was then Austria-Hungary. He studied medicine at the University of Vienna, where he graduated in 1900. Schick was influenced by the work of Theodor Escherich, a prominent pediatrician, and began his career in pediatrics under Escherich's mentorship.
Career and Research[edit | edit source]
After completing his studies, Schick worked at the Children's Hospital in Vienna, where he conducted research on infectious diseases. In 1906, he developed the Schick test, which involves injecting a small amount of diphtheria toxin into the skin to test for immunity. A positive reaction indicates susceptibility to diphtheria, while a negative reaction indicates immunity.
The Schick test was a breakthrough in the early 20th century, as it allowed for the identification of individuals who were at risk of contracting diphtheria, a major cause of childhood mortality at the time. This test paved the way for widespread immunization against diphtheria.
Later Life and Legacy[edit | edit source]
In 1923, Schick emigrated to the United States and became a professor of pediatrics at Columbia University in New York City. He continued his research on infectious diseases and contributed to the understanding of allergies and immunology.
Schick's work had a lasting impact on public health, particularly in the prevention of diphtheria. His contributions to medicine were recognized with numerous awards and honors throughout his career.
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