Topic 1 Flashcards
refers to the branch of chemistry that deals with the application of chemical theories and principles in the solution of legal problems in relation to the administration of justice.
Forensic Chemistry
Orfila established numerous basic principles of modern toxicology and is probably the first person to conduct experiments on the effects of poisons.
Mathieu Joseph Bonaventure Orfila (1787-1853),
a Spaniard who worked at the University of Paris in the early 19th century, is regarded as the father of modern toxicology.
Mathieu Joseph Bonaventure Orfila (1787-1853),
He pursued a career in medicine, was appointed professor of Medical Jurisprudence and was a professor of Chemistry in the School of Medicine, before serving as the dean of the faculty at the University of Paris.
Mathieu Joseph Bonaventure Orfila (1787-1853),
The first medical textbook printed including pertinent instructions related to medico-legal practice by Spanish physician, Dr. Rafael Genard y Mas a Chief Army Physician, the book entitled “Manual de Medicina Domestica”.
1858
Teaching of forensic medicine was included as an academic subject in the foundation of the School of Medicine of the Real y Pontifica Universidad de Santo Tomas on March 31.
1871
By virtue of the Royal Decree No. 188 of the king of Spain, the position of Medico Titulares was created and made in charge of public sanitation and at the same time medico-legal in the administration of justice.
March 31, 1876
Creation of a committee to study mineral waters of Luzon by Gen. Joaquin Jovellar and Anacleto del Rosario as the chemist.
December 15, 1884
Laboratorio Municipal de Manila was created that has the following functions;
Analysis of:
Food
Water
Materials from standpoint of Public Health and Legal Medicine Specimens for Clinical Purpose
September 13, 1887
Appointment of Anacleto del Rosario as Director
June 17, 1888
Rules regulating the services of “Medico Titulares y Forences”Creation of Laboratorio Medico – legal under Judicial branch of government, under the direction of a physician assisted by a pharmacist – chemist, Ulpiano Rodriguez as first chemist.
1894
Antonio Luna established a clinical laboratory that has the function of Chemical Analysis paralyzed in 1896 because of the revolution.
Medico – legal laboratory was established in the City of Manila and extended at the same time its services to the provinces.
1895
Preservation of the Spanish Forensic Medicine System by the American Civil Government.
1898
Establishment of the first Crime Laboratory by the U.S. Army. First scientific laboratory on the banks of Pasig River under Lt. R.P. Strong, an American who took charge for 2 years.
1899
Actual scientific work begun under the initiative of Dean C. Worcester. Philippine Commission created the provincial, insular and municipal Board of Health, as provided in Act. No. 157, 307 and 308, in the Philippines and assigned to the respective inspectors and presidents of the same, medico – legal duties of the ― Medico Titulares of the Spanish regime. The Philippine Legislature maintained the pre– existing medico – legal system in full force in the Administrative Code.
1901
