Revolutionary
Revolutionary (Medicine)
Revolutionary (pronunciation: /ˌrɛvəˈluːʃənɛri/) in the context of medicine refers to a significant or radical change in the approach, understanding, or application of medical science. The term is often used to describe breakthroughs, innovations, or paradigm shifts that have a profound impact on healthcare practices and patient outcomes.
Etymology
The term 'revolutionary' is derived from the Latin word 'revolutio', meaning 'a turn around'. In the medical context, it signifies a significant change or turnaround in medical practices or understanding.
Related Terms
- Innovation: The process of translating an idea or invention into a good or service that creates value or for which customers will pay.
- Breakthrough: A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development in the field of medicine.
- Paradigm Shift: A fundamental change in the basic concepts and experimental practices of a scientific discipline.
- Healthcare Practices: The methods, procedures, and processes designed to improve the quality of care in our health services.
- Patient Outcomes: The health consequences of patients that result from healthcare practices.
Revolutionary in Different Medical Fields
- Revolutionary (Genetics): Refers to significant changes or breakthroughs in the field of genetics.
- Revolutionary (Pharmacology): Refers to radical innovations in the field of pharmacology.
- Revolutionary (Surgery): Refers to paradigm shifts in surgical practices and techniques.
- Revolutionary (Psychiatry): Refers to significant changes in the understanding and treatment of mental health disorders.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Revolutionary
- Wikipedia's article - Revolutionary
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