Monthly Archives: November 2012

Isaac Kaplan was not an LLLT guru but the first surgical laser pioneer. As you will see below he was a tremendous figure, well known and much loved. I will leave it to Glen to tell his story but will add one anecdote of my own which Isaac told me:

Many decades ago Isaac was the guest of honour at a dinner in China where upon he alone was served a grand imperial treat called Emperors Soup. The hosts and other guests gathered around to watch in awe as he enjoyed this great delicacy. As Isaac gazed into his soup he saw something moving. Nervously, he picked up his spoon and, bringing the offending creature to the surface, wondered if he should call the waiter to complain. But, as he looked around, he saw the faces of his audience full of delight and encouragement, fervently hoping he would enjoy the wriggling delicacies. He dutifully ate them, attempting to show his enjoyment. Later, he eventually summoned up the courage to ask what he had consumed. It turned … Continue reading →