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Anne Acheson: The Art of Medicine

Dr Saleyha Ahsan uncovers the story of Anne Acheson, the trailblazing Ulster artist and sculptor whose voluntary work during World War One changed the face of modern medicine. She discovers how Anne's innovative, creative mindset combined with her training in sculpting, led to the widespread use of plaster of Paris splints, still being used in hospitals 100 years on. Dr Ahsan travels from Ulster to London, to discover the remarkable story of how Anne Acheson combined art and medicine to leave her mark on history.

English
  • Originally Aired November 4, 2018
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Production Code b0brf1qt
  • Network BBC Two
  • Created November 27, 2018 by
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Name Type Role
Laura Francis Director