Albrecht von Graefe

Contributions to ophthalmology included significant advancements in the understanding and treatment of glaucoma. Developed surgical techniques that improved patient outcomes. Established a prominent ophthalmology clinic in Berlin, which became a center for training and research. Authored influential texts that shaped the field and contributed to the medical community's knowledge base. Helped found the German Ophthalmological Society, influencing future research and standards in eye care.

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