Interurban Clinical Club Archives

Collection

Identifier: MS C 358

Abstract

Consists of correspondence, minutes of meetings, programs, biographical data about members, and information on fifth anniversary meeting.

Dates

Creation: 1905-1970

Extent

1.89 Linear Feet (5 boxes)

Creator

Interurban Clinical Club (Organization)

Physical Location

Materials stored onsite. History of Medicine Division. National Library of Medicine

Language of Materials

Collection materials primarily in English

Restrictions

Collection is not restricted. Contact the Reference Staff for information regarding access.

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Historical Note

Originating with the idea of advancing clinical medicine and medical education, Dr. William Osler proposed the organization of a club in 1905, structured along the lines of the Surgical Club. With 24 charter members, 6 each from Boston, New York, Philadelphia, and Baltimore, the Interurban Clinical Club was formed in on April 28, 1905 for the purpose of stimulating the study of internal medicine, improving work and teaching methods, promoting disease investigation, and increasing the knowledge of clinical working techniques.

Collection Summary

Consists of correspondence, minutes of meetings, programs, biographical data about members, and information on fifth anniversary meeting. Collection includes letter from William Osler, outlining goals of organization (v. 1).