Pioneer Surgery in Kentucky: A Sketch

In 'Pioneer Surgery in Kentucky: A Sketch', David Wendel Yandell provides an insightful glimpse into the nascent days of American surgical practice, focusing on trailblazing operations in Kentucky. With a keen eye for detail, Yandell chronicles the formidable challenges and audacious triumphs of early 19th-century surgeons, working in an era predating the widespread use of anesthesia and antisepti...