The Anatomist By Bill Hayes- Book Review Essay - 724 Words

Jillian Spence Period D Human Anatomy- Physiology Mrs. Rich The Anatomist: by Bill Hayes— Book Review Why is Gray’s Anatomy considered a turning point in medical history? Explain. (3 examples) Gray’s anatomy is considered a turning point in medical history. As a first example, the detailed pictures that Hayes discoveries in this more than a thousand-paged book is incredible. These pictures that Hayes initially used to identify body parts catches his eye in more ways than one, and he falls in love with the site of how Gray illustrates the human body. Secondly, the way that Gray defines the parts of the body through this book in its simplistic yet exquisite language is phenomenal. Taken from Gray’s notes, â€Å"The Coronary Sinus is that portion of the anterior or great cardiac vein which is situated in the posterior part of the left auriculo-ventricular groove.† Finally, the work Gray’s Anatomy sets up the most basic, introductory way of dissection. Going into depth and understanding body parts and terms/functions that one initially would not have none is important for someone delving into the medical field. 2. Describe the relationship between Henry Gray and H.V. Carter. The relationship between Henry Gray and H.V. Carter is established before Gray’s passing; Henry Gray placed H.V. Carter, a doctor, as a major help in his work Gray’s Anatomy. H.V. Carter drew the pictures of the book. H.V. Carter kept studious and was a Christian who kept a