Barrow researchers display Andrea Vesalius' anatomical manikins for the first time

Vesalius has been hailed for destroying ancient dogma by correctly illustrating dissections and his anatomic discoveries. He created a unique, accurate, applicable and carefully planned anatomic artistic concept and tool that took advantage of developments in printing and communication technology to guide students.

"Vesalius' work was instigated by his belief that effective learning must be in the hands of the dissector," Dr. Preul said. "This concept remains a bedrock of modern surgical and neurosurgical training, where understanding complex anatomical structures in a spatial context remains essential for excellent practice."

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Dignity Health Arizona

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