Fleischner Society
Fleischner Society
Fleischner Society (pronunciation: /flaɪʃnər səˈsaɪəti/) is a global, multidisciplinary medical society founded in 1969, named after Felix George Fleischner, an eminent chest radiologist. The society is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the chest, specifically using imaging techniques.
Etymology
The society is named after Felix George Fleischner, an Austrian-born radiologist who made significant contributions to the field of chest radiology.
History
The Fleischner Society was established in 1969 by a group of radiologists who were interested in the study of diseases of the chest. The society was named in honor of Dr. Felix Fleischner, who was a pioneer in the field of chest radiology.
Purpose
The main purpose of the Fleischner Society is to stimulate the study of diseases of the chest, promote related research, and disseminate knowledge among the medical community. The society achieves this through its annual meetings, where members present and discuss their research findings.
Membership
Membership in the Fleischner Society is by invitation only. The society is composed of radiologists, pulmonologists, pathologists, and other medical professionals who have a special interest in chest diseases.
Publications
The Fleischner Society publishes guidelines and consensus statements on various topics related to chest diseases. These publications are widely recognized and used by clinicians worldwide.
Related Terms
- Chest Radiology: The medical specialty dealing with the use of imaging to diagnose and treat diseases of the chest.
- Pulmonology: The medical specialty dealing with diseases involving the respiratory tract.
- Pathology: The study of the causes and effects of diseases, especially the branch of medicine that deals with the laboratory examination of samples of body tissue for diagnostic or forensic purposes.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fleischner Society
- Wikipedia's article - Fleischner Society
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