Eduard Zeis
German surgeon and ophthalmologist
| Name | Eduard Zeis |
| Birth name | |
| Birth date | October 1, 1807 |
| Birth place | Dresden, Germany |
| Death date | June 24, 1868 |
| Death place | Marburg, Germany |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | Surgeon, Ophthalmologist |
| Years active | |
| Organization | |
| Known for | Coining the term "plastic surgery" |
| Notable works | |
| Spouse(s) | |
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Eduard Zeis (October 1, 1807 – June 24, 1868) was a German surgeon and ophthalmologist. He is best known for coining the term "plastic surgery".
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Eduard Zeis was born in Dresden, Germany. He studied medicine at the University of Leipzig and the University of Göttingen, where he developed an interest in surgery and ophthalmology.
Career[edit | edit source]
Zeis began his medical career as a surgeon and ophthalmologist. He worked in various hospitals and clinics, where he gained a reputation for his skill and innovation in surgical techniques. In 1838, he published a book titled Handbuch der plastischen Chirurgie (Handbook of Plastic Surgery), which is considered one of the first comprehensive texts on the subject. It was in this book that Zeis first used the term "plastic surgery" to describe the surgical specialty focused on the repair and reconstruction of deformities and defects.
Contributions to Medicine[edit | edit source]
Eduard Zeis made significant contributions to the field of plastic surgery. His work laid the foundation for modern techniques and practices in the specialty. He was also involved in the development of new surgical instruments and methods, which improved the outcomes of surgical procedures.
Later Life and Death[edit | edit source]
Zeis continued to practice and teach surgery until his death on June 24, 1868, in Marburg, Germany. His legacy lives on through his contributions to the field of plastic surgery and his influence on future generations of surgeons.
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