Luckily, we live in a time where most diseases can be cured or controlled—to some extent, at least—and life expectancy has gone way beyond thirty. However, that wasn’t always the case and we have many people to thank for the rapid development of all sorts of medical practices.
When it comes to brain surgery, for instance, it’s Dr. Harvey Cushing who should be praised for laying the groundwork in the field. Considered to be the pioneer of neurosurgery, he was not only the first exclusive neurosurgeon, but also the first person to describe what is now known as Cushing's disease.
If you are fascinated by neurosurgery or simply someone with a curious mind, today’s list might be something you didn’t expect to see, but are eager to browse now that you’re here. Below you will find portraits of some of Dr. Cushing’s patients from back in the 20th century, so scroll down to view them, but keep in mind that some images can be somewhat disturbing.
