P1 - Medieval Medical Practioners

Question 1

Arab DoctorWhat did they do?How were they trained?

Answer 1

They treated illnesses often in hospitals. Trained by reading texts and working in a hospital.

Question 2

Barber SurgeonWhat did they do?How were they trained?

Answer 2

Carried out minor operations - broken bones, pulling teeth etc. They served on apprentership before becoming qualified.

Question 3

ApothecaryWhat did they do?How were they trained?

Answer 3

Seller of medicines and herbs/spices from his shop in a town. Was an apprentership for 7 years with another apothecary to learn the trade.

Question 4

Wise WomanWhat did they do?How were they trained?

Answer 4

They took care of women in labour and has wisdom and skills passed down from their family.

Question 5

Lady of the HouseWhat did they do?How were they trained?

Answer 5

A wealthy woman who was expected to provide medical care for family, labourers, people in village etc. Skills passed down from family.