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Episode 52 - Sir Harold Ridley and the story of cataracts
Episode 52 - Sir Harold Ridley and the story of cataracts
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Length:
17 minutes
Released:
Oct 6, 2017
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Podcast episode
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In this episode, we'll trace the ancient history of cataract treatments, leading to the modern revolutionary invention of the intraocular lens implant. As well, the story of Sir Harold Ridley and his inspiration for inventing this implant will be told, including the connection to WWII royal air force fighter pilots. Correction: In the podcast, the date given for joining the Royal Army Medical Corps was erroneously given as 1931. It was, in fact, 1941.
Released:
Oct 6, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode
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