Robert Virchow

Robert Virchow was a German physician and pathologist known as the "father of modern pathology." Born in 1821, he made significant contributions to our understanding of disease, emphasizing that all diseases come from cells. He famously stated "omnis cellula e cellula," meaning "every cell originates from another cell." Virchow also played a role in public health and social medicine, advocating for the link between living conditions and health. Additionally, he was involved in politics, emphasizing social justice and the need for reforms to improve public health. His work laid the foundation for advances in medical science and public health.