Jacques Joseph
Jacques Joseph was a pioneering German surgeon known for his contributions to plastic surgery, particularly in the reconstruction of facial features affected by war injuries. He gained notoriety for his work on 'Jewish noses' during a time of increasing anti-Semitism, highlighting the intersection of beauty, race, and societal norms in medical practices. His techniques laid the groundwork for modern cosmetic surgery, but they also raised ethical questions regarding the societal pressures surrounding beauty standards.
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Jacques Joseph was known for reconstructing noses damaged in World War I.
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