History of Medicine Group for those who portray Medical Practitioners in Living History (Physicians, Leeches, Quacks, Surgeons, Sawbones, Apothecaries, Cunning Women Men, Midwives, Toothdrawers (Kindhearts), Bonesetters, Horse gelders, Bloodletters (Phlebotamists), Herbalists, Stillroom Mistresses etc. To swop good ideas, exchange equipment, names of manufacturers and to share research and sources.

Open to re-enactors and those who are interested in our hobby. Not SCA and Not 21C Medical but all are welcome.

The group has organised a number of multi-period medical events generally out of the main season when members are usually withtheir own period groups.

Some members will give talks, for a fee, to museums, schools and other events. Please feel free to ask on the list or contact the Group Moderator on lord_high_everything_else@yahoo.co.uk to find a suitable match for your requirements.

PLEASE NOTE THAT TO JOIN THE GROUP YOU NEED TO CLICK ON THE JOIN BUTTON AND SIGN UP FOR A YAHOO ID. IF YOU ARE NOT SIGNED ON TO YOUR YAHOO ID YOU CANNOT ACCESS THE GROUP FACILITIES. PLEASE ALSO BE AWARE THAT MEMBERSHIP IS NOW RESTRICTED TO THOSE WHO PROVIDE AN ACCEPTABLE

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Chirurgeons/