August 2025
Once upon a time in anesthesia
June 28 > October 25 2025
Musée d’Histoire de la Médecine 12 rue de l’École de Médecine, Paris 6e
le Club de l’Histoire de l’Anesthésie et de la Réanimation
le Musée de l’Histoire de la Médecine de Paris
la Société Française d’Anesthésie et de Réanimation
The history of anesthesia is punctuated by discoveries and progress. The machines, drugs and objects presented in this exhibition have made it possible for childbirth and surgery to take place in better conditions.
October 16, 1846 marked the official discovery of ether anesthesia by William Thomas Green Morton (1819-1868) at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston (USA). Within six months, this new technique was used worldwide, stimulating physiological and pharmacological research, particularly in France and England.
Over 200 objects, instruments and documents are on display in fifteen showcases.
We are pleased to inform you that
the scientific programme is available on the website
The cultural programme is also available
Enjoy your visit
Dominique Simon
President of the ISHA2025
