John Hunter (surgeon)

John Hunter was a pioneering 18th-century Scottish surgeon regarded as a father of modern surgery. He emphasized careful observation, scientific inquiry, and detailed documentation of cases, which helped improve surgical techniques and understanding of the human body. Hunter believed in thorough training and hands-on experience, often dissecting specimens himself. His work laid important groundwork for medical education and clinical practice, promoting systematic approaches to surgery and anatomy. Though not a revolutionary in technique, his emphasis on scientific rigor and empirical evidence significantly advanced medical progress and elevated surgical standards.