Some everyday items related to the medical profession in the 16th century – and earlierMore items related to medical practices in the 16th centuryTudor ‘wise woman’ (aka Pam from Gloriana Living History) dresses helpful assistant Brian in a plague doctor outfitA brave young man holds up a big thigh bone, which his mom records for posterity.Sadly, Brian is about to have his lower leg amputated.… and a young doctor in the making, gets his cutting equipment ready with help from the wise woman.Mmmm. Is it time for my dinner yet?… and Brian’s leg is about to go!… and there it is – gone.