Medical History Society of Nova Scotia

The Medical History Society of Nova Scotia is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the medical history of Nova Scotia. It was formally established on March 27, 1992.

History

The Society was registered with the Registry of Joint Stocks of Nova Scotia as a museum, reflecting its commitment to documenting and showcasing the province's rich medical heritage. Founding members included influential figures in the medical and academic communities, such as Drs. E. C. Abbott, I. Cameron, J. M. Crosby, M. Elwood, S. Haycock, M. R. MacDonald, A. J. MacDonald, A. Marble, W. F. Mason, D. K. Murray, E. Nurse, E. F. Ross, B. J. Steele, and Curator Owen McInerney.

Mission and Activities

The Medical History Society of Nova Scotia maintains a collection of historical medical instruments and documents, providing insights into the development of medicine in the region. Notable items in their collection include various sets of obstetrical forceps, which have played a crucial role in childbirth throughout history[1].

Leadership and Research

Dr. Allan Everett Marble serves as the Chair of the Medical History Society of Nova Scotia. He is also the President of the Dalhousie Society for the History of Medicine. Dr. Marble has contributed significantly to the field by authoring several books on the history of medicine in Nova Scotia, focusing on pivotal events such as the transition from allopathic to scientific medicine following discoveries by Louis Pasteur and Joseph Lister in the 1860s[4].

Publications and Education

The Society supports educational and research initiatives, contributing to a deeper understanding of Nova Scotia's medical past. The organization's efforts often involve collaborations with academic institutions to ensure the preservation and dissemination of medical history for future generations[3][4].