Medical School and Museums of Human and Pathological Anatomy

Interno museo di Anatomia Umana (Museo di Anatomia Umana)

The Pisan medical school was born with the University of Pisa, whose origins date back to at least the eighth century, although the papal bull In supremae dignitatis by Clement VI, who formalized its recognition, is dated 1343. There first mentions of the medical school date back to the thirteenth century.

The Filippo Civinnini Museum of Human Anatomy was founded in 1832 and exhibits more than 3000 medical objects, including the Anatomical Tables by Paolo Mascagni. Of great interest are the archaeological collections, such as the Egyptian mummies from early nineteenth-century expeditions, anatomical models and preparations that were used by professors during lessons.
The Museum is temporarily closed for restoration. While waiting for the reopening, you can visit the museum with the virtual tour.

Info: Museum of Human Anatomy. Sistema museale dell'Ateneo di Pisa

The Museum of Pathological Anatomy was founded in 1884 and exhibits pathological human and animal finds from the University's studies and collections. Of great interest are the exhibits from the Medici and Lorraine periods. (via Roma 57). Visit by appointment.

Info: Museum of Pathological Anatomy, Sistema museale dell'Ateneo di Pisa

Part of the collections is on display at the exhibition "Body Secrets. A journey into human anatomy through medicine and archaeology" set up at the University Museum System building at Via dei Macelli 2B / Largo Padre Renzo Spadoni: https://www.turismo.pisa.it/en/eventi/Secrets-of-the-body-SMA-exhibition

Last update: 30/01/2026