The Apothecary in Colonial America

Journal Title: Herbal Medicine: Open Access - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 2

Abstract

The apothecary, like other medical specialties, struggled for autonomy and increased scope of practice against the rigid guild system in place since medieval times. During the age of discovery, immigrating to the American colonies afforded more freedom to practice one’s craft. Exploring the progress of the apothecary in both the English and Spanish colonies of North America provides insight into the evolution of the modern pharmacy profession.

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Christine Miller

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  • EP ID EP310953
  • DOI 10.21767/2472-0151.100029
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Christine Miller (2017). The Apothecary in Colonial America. Herbal Medicine: Open Access, 3(2), 1-5. https://www.europub.co.uk/articles/-A-310953