The doctor responsible for introducing the idea of hand washing before attending patients was
A) Klein.
B) Semmelweis.
C) Koch.
D) Pasteur.
E) Galen.

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The doctor responsible for introducing the idea of hand washing before attending patients was Ignaz Semmelweis. He recognized the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the spread of infection in hospitals, particularly in obstetrics wards. However, his ideas were initially dismissed by the medical community and he faced significant opposition during his lifetime.

The Doctor Responsible for Introducing the Idea of Hand Washing