In Malta, the Order of St John established and financially supported some of the most renowned surgeons of seventeenth century Europe. Speed and precision were crucial skills taught in Valletta’s Sacred Infirmary Hospital. Surgeons also trained on the Order’s galleys treating wounded Knights for amputations, cataracts and lithotomies.

Join us for this free 10 minute talk to learn more these fascinating surgical practices, shocking anatomical instruments and the talented surgeons that used them in the Order’s fortress of Valletta.