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Rachel L. Bodley papers, 1856-1891 (inclusive)

Extent:
2 box(es) (0.75 linear feet)
Abstract:
This collection documents some of Dr. Bodley's endeavors as Dean of the Faculty of the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania.

Held at: Drexel University: College of Medicine Legacy Center [Contact Us]

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Sophie Trent papers, 1924-1987 (inclusive)

Extent:
3.4 linear feet
Abstract:
Doctor Sophie Trent (b. 1917) was an internist who practiced medicine from 1943 to 1987. She practiced in Connecticut, Florida, Tennessee, Puerto Rico, and St. Thomas. During her Caribbean years, Trent worked with patients who were afflicted with elephantiasis, liver fluke disease and other tropical parasites. This collection, which dates from 1924 to 1989, houses records related to Trent's medical education and her research on tropical diseases from the 1940s to 1960s. There are also several examples of short medical texts, published volumes of Trent's poetry, and microscope slides of biological specimens related to Trent's work.

Held at: Drexel University: College of Medicine Legacy Center [Contact Us]

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Bruce Sisler, M.D., papers, 1908-180s; undated (inclusive)

Extent:
16.85 linear feet (7 document boxes, 1 half-document box, 1 record carton, 5 flat boxes, 1 oversize flat box, 1 rolled item)
Abstract:
Bruce Hunter Sisler, M.D., was a 1926 graduate of Hahnemann Medical College. Sisler served nine years in the U.S. Army National Guard (1931-1945) before seeing active duty during World War II (1940-1945). He remained in the Army Reserves from 1945 to 1959. After retiring as Colonel from the Army in 1961, Sisler worked for the Department of Defense, and later the United States Post Office, until his retirement in 1971. The Bruce Sisler papers span the years 1908 to 1979, documenting his education from elementary through medical school, his military and medical careers, and his involvement in medical and other professional organizations. Researchers should note that the patient information and surgical notes found throughout the collection may be restricted due to HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). For more information about how HIPAA may affect access to these files, please contact the Legacy Center.

Held at: Drexel University: College of Medicine Legacy Center [Contact Us]

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Edward Wharton Shober papers, 1971-1978 (inclusive) 1971-1976 (bulk)

Extent:
1.25 linear feet (1 record carton)
Abstract:
Edward Wharton Shober was president of Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital from 1971 to 1977 and, through a hugely controversial procurement of federal and state loans, helped bring Hahnemann back from financial instability, but was forced to resign as a result of the ensuing scandal.Mr. Shober was the first president of Hahnemann Medical College that was not a physician; he was granted an honorary doctorate of science by Wilkes College in 1975. Comprised of files, mainly news clippings, regarding Hahnemann University and Mr. Shober's presidential activity, including carbon dioxide therapy program, 1971-72, controversy over funding of new hospital; 125th Anniversary celebration 1973, Cheyney-Lincoln Program, and the controversy regarding General Anastasio Somoza.

Held at: Drexel University: College of Medicine Legacy Center [Contact Us]

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