Jacques Lisfranc was a French surgeon and gynaecologist who lived from 1790 to 1847. He is most well-known for his contributions to the field of orthopaedics, particularly in the area of foot and ankle injuries. Lisfranc is credited with describing a fracture-dislocation injury that occurs in the midfoot, which is now known as the Lisfranc injury or Lisfranc fracture. This injury involves a dislocation of the joint that connects the midfoot and forefoot bones, along with a fracture of one or more of these bones. The Lisfranc injury can be a serious and debilitating injury that often requires surgery to correct. In addition to his work in orthopaedics, Lisfranc also made significant contributions to the fields of obstetrics and gynaecology, developing new surgical techniques and instruments.