Queen Square: A History of the National Hospital and its Institute of Neurology

The National Hospital, Queen Square, and its affiliated Institute of Neurology are leading neurological centres providing exceptional clinical services, teaching, and research. This book provides a comprehensive history of the Hospital and Institute, including their struggles, financial challenges, and contributions to British clinical neuroscience, set in the context of modern British social history.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 575 pages
Publication date: 10 March 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

The National Hospital, Queen Square, and its affiliated Institute of Neurology, established in 1859, stand as pioneers in the field of neurological care, offering exceptional clinical services, teaching, and research. This captivating book, adorned with over 100 historical images and unpublished archival material, provides a comprehensive historical account of the National Hospital, the Institute, and their dedicated staff. It delves into the triumphs and challenges faced by these institutions throughout war and peacetime, encompassing their financial struggles, personality conflicts, unwavering pursuit of independence, and relentless dedication to maintaining neurological dominance. The book explores the Hospital and Institute's academic and clinical contributions, their efforts to specialize and subspecialize, the dynamics between disciplines, and the evolving roles they have played in the ever-changing landscape of healthcare. Told from diverse perspectives, this history unfolds against the backdrop of British clinical neuroscience's evolution, London medicine's prominence, and the profound impact of world wars. It is contextualized within the broader framework of modern British social history, shedding light on the societal changes and advancements that have shaped the trajectory of these renowned neurological centers.

Weight: 1016g
ISBN-13: 9781009214162