In the run-up to Lorenzo Manché’s 100th death anniversary on February 16,
Louis Borg Manché and
Edwin Borg Manché give a detailed overview of the life and achievements of the ophthalmologist, educator and philanthropist.
This is part one in a three-part feature.
A century ago, Malta mourned the loss of a highly-gifted ophthalmologist who had a profound sense of compassion for the poor and the illiterate.
A portrait of Lorenzo Manché by Edward Caruana Dingli
Lorenzo Manché was considered a leading authority in Europe on ophthalmology, particularly following the publication of his groundbreaking textbook in 1885 on the subject.
Foremost among his many achievements is his pioneering work in the fight against trachoma, a serious eye disease prevalent in Malta during the latter half of 19th century, primarily among those in the lower socio-economic strata of society.