William P. Didusch Center for Urologic History

The William P. Didusch Center is a medical history museum in Maryland dedicated to urology and houses a large collection of surgical instruments, medical drawings, photographs, and scientific documents. The items span three centuries and show how urological medicine developed over time.

The center was founded in 1971 when William Didusch donated his collection of original urological drawings to the American Urological Association in Baltimore. This donation formed the foundation for the museum that exists today.

The center displays how urological practices evolved through centuries of medical work and innovation. You can see the tools and drawings that show how doctors treated patients differently in past eras compared to today.

The museum welcomes visitors on weekdays and offers guided tours through its exhibitions. It is helpful to confirm opening times in advance and arrange a tour to make the most of your visit.

The collection includes rare medical devices from the 18th century featuring intricate mechanical designs. These artifacts reveal the craftsmanship and ingenious solutions that early doctors developed to address medical challenges.