Edward Lazare Shorter, a distinguished individual born on October 31, 1941, is an American-born Canadian historian who has made a significant impact in the field of history. As the Professor and Hannah Chair in the History of Medicine within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, he has dedicated himself to exploring the fascinating realm of medical history and its intricate connections to psychiatry.
Throughout his illustrious career, Shorter has developed a profound expertise in the history of medicine and psychiatry, earning him recognition as a fellow of the prestigious Royal Society of Canada.
