Orthopaedics in Ancient Egypt

This video is the first in a series with a history of medicine theme. Professor Chris Colton discusses the orthopaedic ailments of the ancient Eqyptians together with related surgical disciplines. 

 

Christopher Colton is Professor Emeritus in Orthopaedic and Accident Surgery at the University of Nottingham and was a Consultant Orthopaedic, Trauma and Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon at Nottingham University Hospital for more than 20 years.  He was an ABC Travelling fellow, BOA President, Founding Trustee and Lifetime Honorary Member of the Board of Trustees of the AO Foundation.  He is currently enjoying life as an educator, boulevardier and master diver.