British Institute of EmbalmersNorth American Division Chairman's Comments Feb 16th 2011 Spring is coming! Spring is a time of renewal and growth. Make it part of your regimen to grow professionally by reading or writing an article pertaining to the science of embalming. Maybe it would be possible to attend a continuing education event in your locale. Perhaps you can give a talk at a local grade or high school on the history of funeral service and embalming. Whatever you decide, my challenge to my colleagues is to grow professionally this upcoming year. February 14 marked the 283rd birthday of John Hunter, Father of Modern Scientific Surgery. The argument could be made that he was also the Father of Modern Embalming. Hunter was a remarkable man with an unfatigueable drive and thirst for knowledge. Over 3000 of his specimens are still on display at the Hunterian Museum, located in the Royal College of Surgeons, London, England. Research on Hunter has been a great source of growth for me over the last few years, thanks to a book (listed below) given to me by Robert Mayer. If you want an easy and enjoyable book to read to start your growth, I highly recommend the Knife Man, by Wendy Moore – ISBN 0-7697-1652-2. If you are able to travel to Cincinnati, OH, the Ohio Embalmers Association is holding a 6 hour seminar Wednesday, March16 at CCMS. See the OEA Website for details at www.ohemb.com. I can always be reached by email at dhicks@ccms.edu. or phone at 513.673.7448. I wish you all the best in the months ahead. Cordially,
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