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Start Over Record Source University of Pennsylvania Organization University of Pennsylvania. School of Medicine People Armstrong, George Ernest Year 1930 to 1934

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I.S. (Isadore Schwaner) Ravdin Papers, 1912-1972 (inclusive)

Extent:
189 cubic feet
Abstract:
I. S. Ravdin graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Medical School in 1918, and would spend the next fifty plus years of his career associated with Penn. During that period he rose to the posts of the John Rhea Barton Professor of Surgery, Director of the Harrison Department of Surgical Research, and Chief of Surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. During World War II Ravdin was Commander of the 20th General Hospital. The Papers of I. S. Ravdin reflect the entire range of his personal and professional interest, including his work as a surgeon, hospital administrator, military career, and private practice.

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