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Isaac Anderson dissertation on fistula lacrymalis
Collection
Identifier: MSS 2/016
Scope and Contents
Anderson attacks the current understanding of fistula lacrymalis, describes the anatomy and physiology of the
tear ducts, and advises opening the sac for relief. Two cases (dated May, 1831) are used for illustration.
Dates:
circa 1830s
Nathan L. Hatfield papers
Collection
Identifier: MSS 2/213
Scope and Contents
This small collection of Nathan L. Hatfield's papers, 1821-1826, documents his medical education and early career and personal interests. The collection contains notes on lectures from both
the University of Pennsylvania and the first session of Jefferson Medical College. Also included are a few samples of Hatfield's writings, such as the draft of an application to the Managers
of the Philadelphia Alms House for resident student status, essays, a eulogy on Samuel Williston Lebeau, and the...
Dates:
1821 - 1826