International Academy of Pathology
Encyclopedia
The International Academy of Pathology was founded in the early 20th century, with the first documented meeting in 1907. Dr. William Osler
, a scientist
, played a key role in establishing the International Association of Medical Museums (IAMM).
The name was changed in 1955 to the International Academy of Pathology (IAP).
William Osler
Sir William Osler, 1st Baronet was a physician. He was one of the "Big Four" founding professors at Johns Hopkins Hospital as the first Professor of Medicine and founder of the Medical Service there. Sir William Osler, 1st Baronet (July 12, 1849 – December 29, 1919) was a physician. He was...
, a scientist
Scientist
A scientist in a broad sense is one engaging in a systematic activity to acquire knowledge. In a more restricted sense, a scientist is an individual who uses the scientific method. The person may be an expert in one or more areas of science. This article focuses on the more restricted use of the word...
, played a key role in establishing the International Association of Medical Museums (IAMM).
The name was changed in 1955 to the International Academy of Pathology (IAP).