Wilder Penfield, Foreward to the Quotes

A collection of quotes by Wilder Penfield, Foreward to the.

Wilder Penfield (1891-1976) was a Canadian neurosurgeon and pioneer in the field of epilepsy research. He was born in Spokane, Washington, and later moved to Canada where he became the first Director of the Montreal Neurological Institute. Penfield is best known for his work on the surgical treatment of epilepsy, during which he developed the technique of cortical mapping to identify and remove epileptic foci. His research greatly advanced our understanding of the brain's functions and paved the way for modern neurosurgery. Penfield's contributions to neuroscience and his dedication to patient care continue to inspire and influence the field today.