The development of maxillofacial surgery in East Germany: From a municipal hospital to specialised department at the medical academy Dresden
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The transition of the Stomatology Clinic into the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery at the Medical Academy Carl Gustav Carus in Dresden shows how healthcare evolved in East Germany after the Second World War. Founded in 1954 to tackle medical staff shortages, the department grew and specialised over time, becoming a key hub for surgical dentistry in Saxony. Through structural changes, it became a semi-autonomous unit, emphasising patient care and research. By 1983, it evolved into a full Section of Stomatology, streamlining care and training, enhancing expertise and promoting collaboration. Overall, this transformation reflects a significant shift in dental healthcare and academic leadership, shaping surgical dentistry in the region.
Source: Journal of Medical Biography
Author: Felix Marschner
Institutions: Universitätsmedizin Göttingen, University of Göttingen
Language: English
Topic: History of Medical Practice
Subfield: Neurology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W4401640338