Morris Ziff
Morris Ziff
Morris Ziff (pronunciation: /ˈmɒrɪs zɪf/) was a renowned rheumatologist and medical educator known for his significant contributions to the field of rheumatology.
Etymology
The name Morris is of Latin origin, derived from the name Maurice, meaning "dark-skinned". The surname Ziff is of Jewish origin, specifically from Ashkenazi Jews, and it is a metronymic from the Yiddish female personal name 'Tzipe', which means 'bird'.
Biography
Morris Ziff was born in 1917 and passed away in 2005. He was a distinguished professor of internal medicine and the founder of the Division of Rheumatic Diseases at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. He was also the president of the American College of Rheumatology from 1975 to 1976.
Contributions to Rheumatology
Ziff's research in rheumatology led to significant advancements in the understanding and treatment of rheumatic diseases. He was instrumental in the development of the rheumatoid factor test, a blood test used to assist in diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis. He also contributed to the understanding of the pathogenesis of rheumatic fever and systemic lupus erythematosus.
Related Terms
- Rheumatology: A branch of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and therapy of rheumatic diseases.
- Rheumatic Diseases: Diseases characterized by inflammation and loss of function of one or more connective or musculoskeletal tissues.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: A chronic inflammatory disorder affecting many joints, including those in the hands and feet.
- Rheumatic Fever: An inflammatory disease that can develop as a complication of inadequately treated strep throat or scarlet fever.
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: An autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue in many parts of the body.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Morris Ziff
- Wikipedia's article - Morris Ziff
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