The History of Surgery - Vesalius

Andreas Vesalius was an anatomist, physician, and author of one of the most influential books on human anatomy, De humani corporis fabrica (On the Workings of the Human Body). Vesalius is often referred to as the founder of modern human anatomy.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andreas_Vesalius

From the BBC documentary: Blood and Guts

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