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The Public Health Experiences of Dr. C. Everett Koop

 Digital Record
Identifier: 101584930X448

Dates

  • Creation: [1981]

Extent

7 pages

Creator

Description

This essay was written by the president of the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in support of Koop during the struggle over his Congressional confirmation as U.S. Surgeon General, after the American Public Health Association had criticized his nomination because of his perceived lack of experience in public health.

Language of Materials

English

Original Profiles System Identifier

QQBCBW

Physical Description

Physical Condition - Good

Collecting Area Details

Part of the Archives and Modern Manuscripts Collections Collecting Area

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