An Address Introductory to a Course of Lectures, at the College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York: Session of 1850 51; Thursday, November 7, 1850 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Founding and fearless ambition in early American medical education
This edition presents an early address by Valentine Mott, recounting the founding and growth of a leading New York medical school. It situates private lectures and demonstrations in operative surgery within the broader story of professional training, collaboration, and the evolution of medical institutions. The narrator reflects on mentors, rivals, and the people who shaped a new era in American medicine, while recalling the setting, challenges, and lasting impact of these early educational efforts.
Readers get a vivid, first‑hand sense of how anatomy, surgery, and medical teaching came to life in a growing city. The narrative blends personal memory with institutional history, offering a window into the motives, personalities, and standards that defined medical education in the 19th century.
- Seen through the eyes of a renowned surgeon, it traces the origins and milestones of the College of Physicians and Surgeons.
- Learn about pioneering courses, demonstrations, and the move from private lectures to a formal school system.
- Meet notable figures in medicine and their roles in advancing medical science and public health.
- Understand the social and professional context that shaped early American medical education.
Ideal for readers of medical history and those curious about the people and institutions behind today’s surgical training.
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