History of Medicine Lecture: The Royal Disease: A History of Hemophilia
Join us for another History of Medicine Lecture hosted by the UT Health San Antonio Libraries.
Title: The Royal Disease: A History of Hemophilia, presented by Dr. Jacob L. Schmelz
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM CST
Location: Online via Zoom
Register: https://uthealthsa.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_a9srFXvJRROwOacFrnbvIg
About the Lecture
Delve into the historical, scientific, and social story of hemophilia – a condition that not only ran in royal veins but also sparked breakthroughs in genetics, diagnostics, and treatment.
From the halls of monarchy to modern hospitals, the story of hemophilia is one of science and survival. Join us as we explore how this rare condition changed lives and how the HIV/AIDS crisis became a turning point in its history.
About the Speaker
Dr. Schmelz is a Hematology/Oncology fellow at UT Health San Antonio. Dr. Schmelz has clinical and research interests in classical and malignant hematology, including bleeding disorders and coagulopathies.
He has served as Chief Resident for Research and Education in Internal Medicine and remains dedicated to medical education and the advancement of evidence-based care.