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History of Medicine Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™
Oxford, South East England, England, United Kingdom
$176.82
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Join a tour that dissects the long history of medical research and practice in Oxford!
The history of medicine is always a bit uncomfortable. This tour walks you through medical history in the city from medieval plagues, to the founding of the medical school, and the first trials of penicillin.
Far from a straightforward linear progression, Oxford’s medical history is a complicated conversation about health equity, medical ethics, and continued clashes over the control of the body.
All our tours are led by university researchers who have completed our official Uncomfortable Oxford training programme. Our guides combine expert knowledge and performance, ensuring each tour is a fun and educational experience.
The history of medicine is always a bit uncomfortable. This tour walks you through medical history in the city from medieval plagues, to the founding of the medical school, and the first trials of penicillin.
Far from a straightforward linear progression, Oxford’s medical history is a complicated conversation about health equity, medical ethics, and continued clashes over the control of the body.
All our tours are led by university researchers who have completed our official Uncomfortable Oxford training programme. Our guides combine expert knowledge and performance, ensuring each tour is a fun and educational experience.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Private Tour (up to 15 people)
Private Tour (up to 15 people)
Private Tour (up to 15 people)
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Uncomfortable Oxford™ souvenir postcard
- Certified Uncomfortable Oxford™ Guide
- Tips
Meeting point
Meet under the 'Bridge of Sighs' (Hertford Bridge) on New College Lane. The guide will be carrying a blue & white Uncomfortable Oxford tote bag.
Return details
Tour ends at the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter.
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Bridge of SighsThe tour begins under the fmaous Bridge of Sighs, providing an overview of medieval geography and how it impacted disease in the city.
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New CollegeThe first stop is outside medieval New College, for a discussion of plague and historical epidemics.
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Bodleian LibraryEnter the heart of the old libraries to learn about anatomical dissections and the early study of medicine in the University.
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Clarendon BuildingThe current office of the Vice Chancellor provides an interesting setting to learning about the history of prostitution and public health.
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Did you know that pubs served as the original place for inoculation in the city?
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Oxford University Museum Of Natural HistoryOutside the Museum of Natural Hisotry you will learn about how science and medicine transformed in the 18th century through imperialism.
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War Memorial GardenAt the St. Giles' Memorial Garden, participants will reflect on the major developments in medical practice that stemmed from First and Second World Wars.
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The tour finishes outside the former city hospital for a discussion on the early trials of penicillin in the city, and the founding of the NHS.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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History of Medicine Tour - by Uncomfortable Oxford™
Oxford, South East England, England, United Kingdom
$176.82
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!