Comments on: History of Brain Surgery

By: Michael McGinnis

Michael McGinnis — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 20:11:04 +0000

I have been practicing trepanation for some years, now, and have found it to be both an interesting and exciting hobby; interesting for me and exciting for my patients. I have compiled extensive notes for a “Primer for the Amateur Trephinist”. I have found that, for opening, a RotoZip® Spiral Saw with the Plunge Router attachment and Dust Extractor attachment (which attaches easily to 1-1/4″ wet/dry shop vacuum hose) is an excellent and affordable tool. Don’t forget to make sure the depth-guide is securely set. Let me tell you, nothing ruins an evening of surgery faster than accidentally cutting too deep! When anesthetic isn’t available, a good set of earplugs is essential. And, for closing, I know it seems like a good marine adhesive/sealant would be adequate (e.g. 3M FC 5200 Marine Adhesive), however, I find that nothing beats a top-quality marine concrete or tile grout. And, finally, don’t forget that cleanliness is essential, so remember to wash your hands when you’re done.

By: patricia

patricia — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:37:55 +0000

omg!!!!!! i love the history of brain surgeons
im going to school to be a brain surgeon….

By: Nancy Scanlan, DVM

Nancy Scanlan, DVM — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 15:15:54 +0000

First, Danielle, spelling of civilisation or civilization depends on whether you are British or American. Both are correct. Second, as a veterinarian who a) sees what people have done to their own animals without benefit of license or training, including surgery and b) is often asked human health questions by same, I wholeheartedly endorse the idea of amateur brain surgery. It can help weed out the inept and incompetent. How do I become a member of the club?

By: Danielle

Danielle — Mon, 19 May 2008 20:16:15 +0000

Uh. Okay, firstly, i would like to say that you spelled civilization wrong. There is NO s in the word. Secondly, I would never allow an amateur to give me brain surgery.