[Medical education in the 18th century. On the 325th anniversary of the birth of Friedrich Hoffmann (1660-1742)].

The 325th anniversary of Friedrich Hoffmann's birthday gave rise to remind of the early high period of the Faculty of Medicine of Halle University. Several significant scientific achievements are connected with Hoffmann's name, but at the same time also the organisation of studies and examinations in Halle. The educational practices of his time were demonstrated with the help of preserved documentations.