Father of surgery: Sushruta was an ancient Indian

Sushruta was an ancient Indian surgeon known for his pioneering operations and techniques and for his influential treatise Sushruta-samhita, the main source of knowledge about surgery in ancient India. Sushruta, “Father of Plastic Surgery” and author of Sushruta Samhita (a comprehensive textbook on medicine and surgery) was an ancient Indian surgeon. The Oldest Surgery in India: Legacy of Sushruta – The Father of Surgery India has a rich history of medical science that dates back thousands of years. Among its many contributions, the field of surgery holds a special place, thanks to Sushruta, often referred to as the “Father of Surgery.” His groundbreaking work, documented in the ancient text Sushruta Samhita, laid the foundation for modern surgical procedures. This article explores the history, techniques, surgical tools, and ... Among the many jewels of ancient India’s scientific and spiritual heritage, Suśruta shines as a pioneer of healing. Revered as the Father of Surgery, he authored the Suśruta Saṃhitā, a Sanskrit text that laid the foundations of surgical practice more than 2,000 years ago.