Abraham Jacobi Papers

Collection

Identifier: MS C 94

Abstract

Contains notes, correspondence, and clippings pertaining to cholera and tuberculin.

Dates

Creation: 1890-1893

Extent

0.21 Linear Feet (1 box)

Creator

Jacobi, A. (Abraham), 1830-1919 (Person)

Language of Materials

Collection materials primarily in English

Restrictions

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Biographical Note

Abraham Jacobi is referred to as the father of pediatrics, having opened the first children's clinic at the New York Medical College in 1860, and the first children's ward at Mount Sinai Hospital. He was a professor of Pediatrics at the City University of New York from 1870-1902. Jacobi was also a co-founder of Association for Doctors for the Poor.