Władysław Mazurkiewicz (physician)

Władysław Mazurkiewicz was a Polish physician and professor of forensic medicine at Jagiellonian University in Kraków. He was born in 1871 and died in 1947.

Mazurkiewicz is primarily known for his contributions to the field of forensic medicine, particularly in the areas of toxicology and pathology. He conducted research on the effects of various poisons and developed new methods for detecting them in forensic investigations. He also studied the pathological changes caused by trauma and disease.

His academic career at Jagiellonian University spanned several decades, during which he trained numerous students who went on to become prominent physicians and forensic scientists. Mazurkiewicz published extensively in Polish and international medical journals, contributing significantly to the scientific literature of his time. His works covered a wide range of topics related to forensic medicine, including the diagnosis of death, the identification of bodies, and the analysis of forensic evidence.

Beyond his scientific contributions, Mazurkiewicz also played a role in the development of forensic medicine as a recognized specialty in Poland. He was involved in the establishment of forensic medical institutions and the standardization of forensic medical procedures.