The Biography Of Ephraim McDowell - Mary Young Ridenbaugh - Bog

The Biography of Ephraim McDowell: The Father of Ovariotomy is a book written by Mary Young Ridenbaugh and published in 1890. The book is a biography of Ephraim McDowell, a physician who is credited with performing the first successful operation to remove an ovarian tumor. McDowell's pioneering work in the field of gynecological surgery revolutionized the medical profession and saved countless lives. The book chronicles McDowell's life and career, from his early days as a country doctor to his groundbreaking work in ovarian surgery. It also explores the cultural and societal context in which McDowell lived and worked, shedding light on the challenges he faced as a physician in the early 19th century. The Biography of Ephraim McDowell is a fascinating and insightful look at one of the most important figures in the history of medicine.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.