Albrecht von Graefe (1828 –1870) and his contributions to the development of ophthalmology

ConclusionAlbrecht von Graefe was founder of modern ophthalmology and separated it from surgery. Graefe ’s contacts, correspondency and meetings at ophthalmological congresses with his teachers, assistants, collegaues also contributed to international co-operation and internationalization in ophthalmology. Although Albrecht von Graefe died before 150 years, he still provokes great admiration and res pect in the world of ophthalmology.
Source: International Ophthalmology - Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research