Mealtime occurrence at the art gallery

On Tuesday, September 2, 2023, at 12:30 PM, the German Museum of Medical History invites you to a captivating lunchtime tour. This event, which is free and does not require registration or reservation, will take place on-site and will not be available via Zoom transmission.

The tour, led by Lara Wendel, will focus on the role of forceps in modern obstetrics and a collection of various forceps housed within the museum. The forceps, previously used in teaching at the midwifery school of the Bamberg Academies for Health and Nursing Professions, have been transferred to the museum.

The tour will delve into the historical use of forceps in teaching before the Midwifery Reform Act, which mandated the academization of midwifery training in Germany in 2020. This transition resulted in a 7-semester integrated Bachelor's degree program that combines academic knowledge with practical training. The first university graduates, who received both a Bachelor of Science degree and professional midwife qualification, were seen in 2021, enhancing their expertise and readiness for complex situations in childbirth support.

However, it's important to note that the tour will not discuss the original owners or uses of many objects in the museum collection, as these are often untraceable.

The tour is scheduled to last for one hour and will take place at the German Museum of Medical History. Admission to the event is free, making it an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in the history of medical instruments, specifically forceps. So, mark your calendars and join us for a fascinating exploration into the past and present of forceps in obstetrics!