Olivecrona on the development of neurosurgery in the middle of the twentieth century: reflections with the wisdom of today.
Herbert Olivecrona was one of the pioneers of modern neurosurgery. In one of his articles, published more than half a century ago, Olivecrona shared his thoughts on the development of neurosurgery in the first half of the twentieth century and his vision regarding the future of neurosurgery and neurosurgical training. In the present paper, the authors communicate their reflections and thoughts on Herbert Olivecrona's visionary article.
Machinis
Theofilos G
TG
Department of Neurosurgery, The Medical Center of Central Georgia, Mercer University, School of Medicine, Macon, Georgia, USA.
Fountas
Kostas N
KN
D049673:History, 20th Century; D009493:Neurosurgery / Q000266:history* / Q000639:trends; D013548:Sweden