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Ms 032 Guide To Ruth Hartgraves, Md Papers (1901-1995), Ruth Hartgraves (1991-1995)

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The Ruth Hartgraves, MD papers (MS032) consists of biographical information, correspondence, professional records, certificates, professional organizaiton records, notebooks, travel books, scrapbooks, photographs audiovisual materials, ephemera, and artifacts that document the life, family, and career of Dr. Ruth Hartgraves. See more at MS 032.

Ms 041 Guide To Maurice J. Meynier, Md Papers (1904-1989), Maurice J. Meynier Jr

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The Maurice J. Meynier, MD papers contains information about Dr. Meynier childhood, education and participation in World War II. Material includes correspondence, reprints, some handwritten manuscripts, certificates and diplomas, newspaper and magazine articles, brochures, glass slides, photographs and photographic slides. See more at MS 041.

Ms 068 Guide To Carl F. Tessmer, Md Papers (1945-1995), Carl F. Tessmer (1912-2012)

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Dr. Tessmer served as the first Director of the Atomic Bomb Casualty Commission (ABCC), NAS-NRC Field Agency, from 1948 to 1951. His archival collection relates to the origin and subsequent progress of the ABCC. The bulk of the material in his collection is administrative in nature. Included are semi-annual and annual reports, NAS and NRC committee reports, early negotiations, reports from the initial clinical surveys, published scientific reports and correspondence dating from 1947. Approximately, 300 photographs and 15 sets of negatives accompanied Dr. Tessmer's Collection. See more at MS 068.

Ms 054 Guide To Murdina Macfarquhar Desmond, Md Papers (1948-1986), Murdina Macfarquhar Desmond (1916-2003)

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The Murdina MacFarquhar Desmond, MD papers contains photographs of Dr. Desmond as a medical student, Naval officer, and a faculty member of Baylor College of Medicine. The main portion of her papers deal with her work at Jefferson Davis Hospital, including grants she received from the John A. Hartford Foundation, and at Texas Children's Hospital. See more at MS 054.

Ms 111 Guide To Henry Renfert, Md Papers (1935-1992), Henry Reinfert (1920-2003)

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The papers of Dr. Henry Renfert are made up mostly of personal letters from his time in the Navy during and after World War II, letters from the time of his residency training in between tours of duty, and official paperwork regarding his time in the Navy and Navy Reserves. Most of the material dates from between 1944 and 1954, with a few exceptions.

The collection also contains some miscellaneous items such as budget lists, bills, novelty poems, newspaper items about Renfert, Sr., and Dr. Renfert’s military medals. See more at MS 111.

Ms 174 Guide To The Marianne Marcus, Edd, Rn Papers (1998-2008), Marianne T. Marcus (1932-2022)

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The Marianne Marcus, EdD, RN papers contain newsletters, publications, research project designs, and other materials related to her work at the University of Texas School of Nursing. Mostly dating from 1998-2008, her papers reflect Dr. Marcus’ interest in substance abuse research and helping prepare nurses to address addiction issues. See more at MS 174.

Ms 016 Guide To Russell J. Blattner, Md Papers (1936-1985), Russell J. Blattner (1908-2002)

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The Blattner collection contains Dr. Blattner's research work throughout his career in St. Louis and Houston. It contains photographs, research materials, reprints, and publications. It offers a record of Dr. Blattner's professional life and contains no personal or family records. Collection materials date from 1936-1985. See more at MS 016.

Ms 219 Guide To The Joseph I. Maurer Photograph Collection (1954-1960), Joseph Maurer

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The Joseph I. Maurer Photograph Collection consists of 1411 items that total over 2300 negatives depicting members of the Harris County Medical Society and their medical specialties. These negatives were originally prepared for the Pictorial Roster and Handbook of Harris County Medical Society. See more at MS 219.

Ms 141 Guide To Frank Arnett, Md Papers (1968-2010), Frank Arnett

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The Frank Arnett, MD papers contains materials covering the professional career of Dr. Frank Arnett, MD. The collection includes medical objects, video, photographs of Dr. Arnett and colleagues, awards and recognitions, copies of presentation material, and grants awarded information. A large portion of the collection is composed of reprints of Dr. Arnett's numerous publications, most on the genetics and genomics of multiple rheumatic diseases. See more at MS 141.

Ms 079 Guide To Mylie E. Durham, Jr., Md Papers (1985), Mylie E. Durham Jr.

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MS 079 the Mylie E. Durham Jr., MD papers consists primarily of an oral interview conducted circa 1985 in the form of a printed transcript and six (6) cassette tapes. Dr. Durham Jr. was a native Houstonian. He was a member of the Harris Country Medical Society, the Texas Medical Association, and the American Medical Association. See more at MS 079.

Ms 105 Guide To Jane H. Preston, Md Papers (1950-2000s), Jane H. Preston (1920-2001)

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The Jane H. Preston, MD papers contains tapes, interview transcripts, questionnaires, correspondence, patient information, publications, and other various papers related to the work and research of Jane Preston in psychiatry and telemedicine. See more at MS 105.

Ms 136 Guide To The A. G. Boss Brown, M.D. Black Bag Materials (Undated), A. G. Boss Brown (1873-1959)

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This collections consisted of a black medical bag as well as medicines and medical tools that were apparently owned by A. G. Boss Brown, M.D. from Bosworth, Missouri. The materials range from good condition to very poor condition. As of January 2022, the bag itself is no longer part of the collection, and its disposition is unknown. See more at MS 136.

Ms 069 Guide To The Harold S. Skjonsby, Dds Papers (1967-1987), Harold S. Skjonsby, Dds

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The Harold S. Skjonsby, DDS, papers (MS069) contains reports, committee notes, curriculum and modules for teaching, grant information, faculty workshop programs, and student handbooks that document Harold S. Skjonsby’s time as faculty the University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston. See more at MS 069.

Ms 115 Guide To John P. Mcgovern, Md Papers (1901-2002), John P. Mcgovern (1921 - 2007)

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The papers of John P. McGovern document his medical career, the creation of the McGovern Allergy Clinic, his editorial and writing leadership, and his founding assistance and support for the American Osler Society. Dr. McGovern was energetic in leading many medical associations, promoting humanism in medicine. See more at MS 115.

Ms 224 Guide To Randall Wright Papers On Kazakhstan Health Care (1999-2000), Randall Wright

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The Randall Wright papers on Kazakhstan health care are related to a Baylor College of Medicine and United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) conducted health care initiatives among populations in Kazakhstan and other regions the former Soviet Union. The initial assessment was related to the affects of above ground nuclear testing of weapons on regional populations. Randall Wright is a former administrator with Methodist Hospital and UMCOR. These papers are from materials he preserved from his work in the area in the 1990s. The collection includes photos, PowerPoint slides printed on paper, regional maps, correspondence, and memos. See more at …

Ms 143 Guide To Vernie Stembridge Md Papers (1945-2000), Vernie A. Stembridge (1924-2000)

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The Vernie A. Stembridge, MD papers contains professional papers, military records, reprints, administrative records, correspondence, awards, photographs, realia, oversized materials, personal papers, artifacts, yearbooks, textbooks, monographs, printed materials, memorabilia, ceritifactes, artwork, and audiovisual materials. See more at MS 143.

Ms 073 Guide To The William C. Moloney Md Papers (1952-1954), William C. Moloney Md

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William C. Moloney MD kept a personal journal, with photographs, for much of his two years in Japan with the Atomic Bomb Casualty Commission. In January of 1986, Dr.Moloney donated his journal, correspondence and diary pages to the Harris County Medical Archive. He died in 1998 at the age of 91. His first contribution was a set of ten reprints representing his work with the ABCC from 1952 to 1954. Dr.Moloney's journal is a fine document, one which will be of great use to historians. It is an important record of personal impressions, thoughts and details of events. The journal …

Ms 131 Guide To The Thomas F. Miles, Md Papers (1880-1908), Thomas F. Miles (1858-1937)

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The Thomas F. Miles, MD papers include his black bag, medicines in glass bottles, one carte-de-visite and two cabinet cards depicting Miles, diplomas, surgical instruments, medical tools, and some papers. The collection is generally in fair condition. The black leather bag is brittle. The photographic images are in excellent condition. The surgical tools show some rust. The medicines in glass vials have degraded. See more at MS 131.

Ms 087 Guide To Connie Brady Nursing School Papers (1960-1964), Connie Brady

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Connie Brady was a nursing student at the Shannon West Texas Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in San Angelo, Tom Green County, Texas, in 1960-1964. This collection includes a 1964 diary Brown wrote for a nursing course, school-related correspondence and papers, school publications, and nursing publications. See more at MS 087.

Ms 095 Guide To Raymond C. Anderson, Md Papers (1947-1949), Raymond C. Anderson (1918-2008)

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The Raymond C. Anderson, MD, PhD papers comprises photocopies of Anderson's journal and the photographs he took during his time at the Atomic Bomb Casualty Commission. It is believed that Anderson's family still retains the original copies of the diary and photographs. See more at MS 095.

Ms 213 Guide To Teresa Hayes, Md, Phd Papers (1994-2002), Teresa Hayes

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The Teresa Hayes, MD, PhD papers contains photographs, artifacts, documents, speeches, and books related to Dr. Hayes’ work with Dr. Armin Weinberg radiation effects and events projects and the United Methodist Health Initiative. in Kazakhstan and Russia. The collection equals about .5 cubic foot (1 box) and includes 286 photographs. Find out more from MS 213.

Ms 052 Guide To George J. Ehni, Md Papers (1940-1983), George Ethni (1914-1986)

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George J. Ehni, MD papers contains documents relating to Dr. Ehni’s life and career in neurology, including correspondence, manuscripts, research materials, and reprints. Some of these materials appear to be related to lectures or talks given by Ehni. See more at MS 052.

Ms 078 Guide To Raymond Gregory, Md, Phd Papers (1985), Raymond Gregory (1901-1988)

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The Raymond Gregory, MD, PhD papers contains 7 cassette tapes of a 1985 interview with Dr. Gregory, as well as a transcript of the tapes. Content includes discussion of his childhood and professional life. See more at MS 078.

Ms 218 Guide To The Reginald Burbank, Md Papers (1820-1973), Reginald Burbank (1888-1972)

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The Reginald Burbank, MD papers (MS218) is 2.5 cubic feet and consists of 5 documents boxes. Dr. Burbank’s papers include institutional publications, medical research, translations, books, pamphlets, correspondence, letters, newspaper clippings, typed manuscripts, typed manuscripts (drafts), and medical journals that document his research and career. See more at MS 218.

Ms 001 Guide To Herman Walter Johnson, Md Papers (1905-1956), Herman Walter Johnson (1905-1956)

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The Herman Walter Johnson, MD papers is .25 cubic feet and consists of 1 box and oversized materials. It contains Dr. Johnson's autobiography (Reminiscences of a Male Midwife), United States Army appointment, news articles, certificates, and medical licenses that document the life, career, and military service of Dr. Herman Johnson. The records pertain to the geographic areas of Buffalo, New York and Houston, Texas. The materials are in good condition. See more at MS 001

Ms 240 Guide To Patricia Hercules Papers (1990s), Patricia Robertson Hercules

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Collection contains one VHS tape about nursing exchange program. See more at MS 240.

Ms 003 Guide To Edward Trowbridge Wolf, Md Papers (1928-1982), Edward Trowbridge Wolf (1900-1987)

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The Edward Trowbridge Wolf, MD, papers (MS003) is 3 cubic feet and consists of 7 document boxes with some materials also located in the communal oversize box. It contains biographical information, personal and professional correspondence, certificates, official documents, news clippings, telegrams, drawings, and books that detail the personal life, professional activities, medical related records and papers associated with the World War II experiences of Dr. Edward Trowbridge Wolf in the Pacific Theater, various stateside military posts and also the Houston Texas Medical Center. See more at MS 003.

Ms 028 Guide To Howard T. Barkley, Md Papers (1930-1980), Howard T. Barkley (1901-1981)

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The Howard T. Barkley, MD papers contains degrees, licenses, newsletters, clippings, photographs, certificates, awards, and a book that document the career of Dr. Howard T. Barkley in thoracic surgery. The collection primarily focuses on Dr. Barkley's academic and professional achievements; however, there is a small series on his personal life as well as a collection of photographs. See more at MS 028.

Ms 038 Guide To Homer E. Prince, Md Papers (1934-1983), Homer E. Prince (1904-1990)

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The Homer E. Prince, MD papers is .25 cubic foot and consists of 1 document box. This collection documents the professional career of Dr. Homer E. Prince. The collection includes brief biographical information (1 document), and the remaining materials are composed of Dr. Prince's reprints published research within a range of medical and academic journals. Dr. Prince's research includes: reports on mold allergies; respiratory diseases, infections, and treatements; papers on allergies to various biological and evironemental agents; and various other treatments for allergies. See more at MS 038.

Ms 108 Guide To Daniel L. Creson, Md, Phd Papers (1960-2005), Daniel L. Creson (1935-2015)

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The Daniel L. Creson, MD, PhD papers contains information about Dr. Creson's professional career primarily from the mid-1970s to the early 2000s. See more at MS 108.