title: Professor F. P. Scott (1915-1976)--his contribution to dermatology in South Africa.
abstract: Tribute is paid to F. P. Scott, and the nature and circumstances of his contribution to dermatology are described. Conditions prevailing in the Transvaal and the Orange Free State during his lifetime are related to his professional, academic and research achievements.
mesh_terms: D003880:Dermatology / Q000266:history*; D004920:Erythropoiesis; D049673:History, 20th Century; D007057:Ichthyosis / Q000266:history; D008065:Lipoid Proteinosis of Urbach and Wiethe / Q000266:history; D010787:Photosensitivity Disorders / Q000266:history; D011164:Porphyrias / Q000266:history; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000266:history; D013019:South Africa; D013587:Syphilis / Q000266:history