Home to the largest & most historic collection of surgical pathology in the world. Open 10am-5pm, 7 days a week.https://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mm7qxgjvus26This is an oesophageal probang and coin catcher, with a metal contraption on one end used to withdraw foreign bodies or obstructions from the oesophagus, and a sponge on the other end. #TriviaTuesday [contains quote post or other embedded content]19 May 2026 15:57 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm7qxgjvus26https://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mm6zs73ubm27For #TriviaTuesday this week we have these instruments from the late 19th century. It is 40 cm in length. Any guesses what they are for?19 May 2026 09:02 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm6zs73ubm27https://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mm4q2jbrsc2nThis complete set of upper and lower ivory dentures are believed to be from the 18th century. They are held together by steel springs and swivels. Dentures like these would usually begin to blacken within a year due to saliva. As they broke down they would start to smell.18 May 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm4q2jbrsc2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mlv6lygqmx24Three pairs of ‘Lion tooth’ bone forceps, designed by Sir William Fergusson, Serjeant Surgeon to Queen Victoria. The forceps were designed for the removal of the maxilla, they also help the surgeon to grip relatively small segments of bone to hold them firmly.15 May 2026 11:01 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlv6lygqmx24https://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mlso5hwunj22This wooden mouth gag (or prop) from the 19th century, would have been inserted in a gap between the teeth & screwed so that the patient opened their mouth. With the gag in place the mouth stayed open, this was particularly useful if the patient had a condition such as lockjaw.14 May 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlso5hwunj22https://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mlnn7r4t372xGertrude Herzfeld died #OTD in 1981. In 1920, she was the first woman to be appointed honorary Assistant Surgeon to the Royal Hospital for Sick Children in Edinburgh. You can read about how she inspired the career of another surgeon here: bit.ly/2NgQWV412 May 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlnn7r4t372xhttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mldle3h2tz2eThis mustard plaster tin from the early 20th century was manufactured by Johnson & Johnson. Mustard plaster is a poultice of mustard seed powder spread inside a cloth dressing. It is applied to the chest or abdomen to help stimulate healing.08 May 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mldle3h2tz2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mlb2ux2u242cThis Freyer's Evacuator was used to wash out bladder stone fragments or prostatic chips after lithotrity. This was created by Peter Freyer (1851-1921) and is a modification of Bigelow’s Evacuator.07 May 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlb2ux2u242chttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3ml6kfrrzc223James Young Simpson died at the age of 58 #OTD, 1870. Simpson is known for discovering the anaesthetic properties of chloroform. His family were offered a burial spot at Westminster Abbey but they turned it down, opting to bury him at Warriston Cemetery in Edinburgh.06 May 2026 11:01 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6kfrrzc223https://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3ml6f4st6pk22This is a Septal occluder. In cases where a hole in the heart, or atrial septal defect, is present, a device like this can be inserted via a catheter during minimally invasive surgery. Once in the hole, it is opened up like a double sided umbrella either side of the atrial wall sealing up the defect [contains quote post or other embedded content]06 May 2026 09:27 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6f4st6pk22https://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3ml3zwgwvvw2lFor #TriviaTuesday this week we have this object from the 21st century. It is 3.5 cm in diameter and 1.25 cm in height. What is it?05 May 2026 11:01 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml3zwgwvvw2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mkzsxjabus2eJoin us for a thought-provoking Zoom talk exploring the complex and often sensitive intersections of museums, heritage, and death, through the lens of contemporary practice and research. More info 👇 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dissecting-the-author-the-routledge-handbook-of-museums-heritage-and-death-tickets-1985450896077?aff=oddtdtcreator04 May 2026 13:51 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkzsxjabus2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mkzjirngod2wThis Archimedean drill uses a screw with a very coarse thread and a central shaft that can be turned by hand. Precise action would be almost impossible with this drill.04 May 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkzjirngod2whttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mks2aiyoyk22Our sensory friendly early openings provide an opportunity for those who need a quieter environment to enjoy our Museum without the hustle and bustle of the general public. Spaces are limited and booking is required. For full information, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sensory-friendly-quiet-morning-tickets-1988559442824?aff=oddtdtcreator01 May 2026 11:40 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mks2aiyoyk22https://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mkphm7b7mp2cAt first, physicians gave chloroform to patients by holding a cloth over their mouth and nose. They used a drop bottle to put a small amount of the drug onto the cloth.30 Apr 2026 11:01 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkphm7b7mp2chttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mkky355qg22tThis is a stainless steel trilite inhaler, developed during WWII for self-administration of the anaesthesia trilene. Used for casualties of war and had some success in obstetrics. #TriviaTuesday [contains quote post or other embedded content]28 Apr 2026 16:13 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkky355qg22thttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mkk7vmom5h2xFor #TriviaTuesday this week we have this object. It is from the 20th century and when both components are put together it measures 18 cm in length. Any ideas what it is?28 Apr 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkk7vmom5h2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mkhw6thh6z2wThis is one of Joseph Lister's original bandages soaked in carbolic acid solution. Carbolic acid, also called phenol, was at this time extracted from coal tar. The acid therefore had a similar smell to road tar on a hot day.27 Apr 2026 11:01 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkhw6thh6z2whttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mkafw5v45c2vIn our latest episode of Beyond the Knife, we are joined by Dr Aaron Allan who explores the early formation of the Incorporation of Barber Surgeons in Edinburgh. You can listen to Beyond the Knife wherever you get your podcasts! https://shows.acast.com/beyond-the-knife/episodes/incorporating-the-barber-surgeons-of-edinburgh24 Apr 2026 11:21 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkafw5v45c2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mk5udtahgl2kIf you are too far away to visit the museum our Learning Team are pleased to offer a free live online version of their History of Medicine (Secondary) and Surgery in the Past (Primary) workshops For more information about free live online workshop for schools please email c.ronan@rcsed.ac.uk23 Apr 2026 11:01 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk5udtahgl2khttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mjwcwchh7p2kThis catalogue of army regulation medical and surgical field equipment by Savory and Moore dates from the late 19th century.20 Apr 2026 11:01 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjwcwchh7p2khttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mjorlhjsbf2eThese knives are designed for cutting the crescent-shaped disks of fibrocartilage that is attached to bones (meniscus). The blades vary from long and flat, tapering and straight, concave, or v-shaped ends. These knives are typically used for orthopaedic procedures.17 Apr 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjorlhjsbf2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mjmazdkkyf2lOver the last couple of months we’ve had Anthony, Haven, and Tilly volunteering with us to help organise the College gift collection. Their final day with us was last week, when they put together a small exhibition showcasing some of the gifts from the collection.16 Apr 2026 11:00 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjmazdkkyf2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mjepovz7af2fThis anaesthetic face mask was used to administer ether. It was made in Edinburgh in 1847 at Ford's Flint Glass Works.13 Apr 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjepovz7af2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mj2nruihws25This microscope was made by the Beck brothers in London, with the lenses designed according to formulas done by Joseph Lister’s father, Joseph Jackson Lister. These new lenses significantly improved image quality and significantly enhanced the microscope as a scientific tool.09 Apr 2026 11:01 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj2nruihws25https://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3miw44hahds2oThis is an aortic punch used in heart surgery to create precise, circular holes for vein grafts. #TriviaTuesday [contains quote post or other embedded content]07 Apr 2026 15:34 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3miw44hahds2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mivqyqad2k2dTune into Britain's Murder Map tonight and you might see some familiar places and faces 👀 tinyurl.com/mw7b7v64 https://tinyurl.com/mw7b7v6407 Apr 2026 12:15 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mivqyqad2k2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/surgeonshall.bsky.social/post/3mivg5hau5x27For the final #TriviaTuesday of the month we have this instrument from the 21st century. It is 15 cm in length. Do you know what it is?07 Apr 2026 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:pwwekthsrowvxgvkdmlp4rrf/app.bsky.feed.post/3mivg5hau5x27