Timeline:
5 April 1827 – 10 February 1912
Place of study:
University College, London, United Kingdom
Famous for:
- Joseph Lister’s contributions paved the way for safer medical procedures.
- His introduction of the antiseptic process dramatically decreased deaths from childbirth and surgery and changed the way the medical industry looked at sanitation and proper hygiene.
Awards:
Royal Medal (1880)
Albert Medal (1894)
President of the Royal Society (1895-1900)
Copley Medal (1902)
Fun fact:
Joseph Lister was also known for being the first surgeon to use catgut ligatures, sutures, and rubber drains and developing an aortic tourniquet.