About This Event

Glasgow Royal Maternity Hospital, commonly known as ‘Rottenrow’, waa a prestigious institution in Glasgow, celebrated for its outstanding maternity care and specialised services. It closed its doors in 2001 when The Princess Royal Hospital opened. During its existence key figures like Murdoch Cameron and Ian Donald played crucial roles in advancing obstetrics and enhancing maternal health practices through innovative research. Cameron undertook the first C sections there in 1888 – the first baby was apparently named Caesar Cameron. Donald was a ground-breaking physician who pioneered ultrasound technology, transforming prenatal care methods worldwide. The contributions of both men continue to improve countless lives globally. Explore the history of this Glasgow institution and even become part of the exhibition if you choose to add to the Rottenrow wall.

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