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Virginia Apgar made medical history by developing the Apgar score in 1952 - a standardized scoring system for assessing the health of newborns immediately after birth. Her groundbreaking work revolutionized obstetrics and saved the lives of millions of babies worldwide.
The Apgar score rates five criteria - heart rate, respiration, muscle tone, reflexes, and skin color - each on a scale of 0 to 2. This simple yet effective method allows for the rapid determination of whether a newborn requires medical assistance.
Did you know that Virginia Apgar originally wanted to be a surgeon, but turned to anesthesiology due to the limited career opportunities for women in surgery? Her work in this field has had a lasting impact on obstetrics. Have you ever contemplated how important quick and structured decisions are in a medical emergency?
Our Doctorum offers internal medicine examinations for parent-child health records, as well as internal medicine clearance for surgery. Click here to schedule an appointment.
Virginia Apgar wasn't just a doctor - she was also a passionate musician. She played several instruments and even built her own violins in her spare time – a fascinating, but not entirely contradictory contrast to her medical career.
At Doctorum, it’s not only about treating illness, but above all about preserving health. Do consider stopping by for a free preventive examination!
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