Medical societies -- Philadelphia, Pa.
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 38 Collections and/or Records:
Francis Clark Wood papers I
Collection
Identifier: MSS 2/228-01
Scope and Contents
This collection is the larger of two collections of Francis C. Wood's papers, the other being MSS 2/0228-02. This extensive collection (1892-1989) chronicles the life and career of a 20th century physician, scientist, soldier, administrator, and teacher. The collection is divided roughly evenly among the different phases of his life and career. Because Dr. Wood was a leader in both his community and profession, the collection documents the activities and functioning of many institutions and...
Dates:
1892 - 1989
Kappa Lambda (ΚΛ) form to be observed at the initiation of a member elect and address to be delivered
Collection
Identifier: MSS 458
Scope and Contents
This document records the form to be observed at the initiation of a new member of the Kappa Lambda (ΚΛ) Society and an address to be delivered at that time. An additional document explains that the name ΚΛ — Κ for κρυσταλλοζ, meaning “crystal” and Λ “the more effectually to conceal the objects of the society and to lead astray the uninitiated in their conjectures.” Also included in this file is a dealer’s description for this document, which attributes it to Dr. Edward Cutbush, Surgeon...
Dates:
circa 1821
Lecture and Event Files of the Communication and Development Departments
Collection
Identifier: CPP 11/01-02
Overview
The Office of Advancement of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia was formed in 2015 by the merging of two departments: the Communications Department and the Development Department, which were created in 1988 and 1987, respectively. The functions of the Office of Advancement include all aspects of fundraising; public relations for the entire College; and administration of the Fellowship and Friends of the Mütter, a membership program open to the public which supports the Mütter Museum....
Dates:
1992-1995
Lecture and Event Files of the Office of Operations
Collection
Identifier: CPP 8/002-01
Overview
In 2010, the Office of Operations was organized to oversee hospitality, front of house and receptionist, visitor services, hall and grounds, renovations, security, and the parking lot. Previously, at least as far back as 1991, the management of facilities and special events fell under the responsibilities of the Office of Institutional Advancement (as of 2015, merged with Office of Development and External Affairs and Office of Communications into the Office of Advancement). While the Office...
Dates:
1975-2019; Majority of material found in 1991-2007
Lecture and Event Files of the Office of the Secretary
Series
Identifier: CPP 1/010
Overview
The office of the Secretary of the College of Physicians of Philadelphia was created during the organization of the College in 1787. The Secretary is the appointed officer of record. The position's original duties were to record the minutes and transactions of the College and preserve its documents and correspondence.As of 2018, the Office of the Secretary is still active; however, these records are now documented through the Executive Office. The Lecture and Event Files...
Dates:
1875-1988
Members of the Section on General Medicine
Item
Identifier: CPP 12/011-02
Overview
The Section on General Medicine was established in 1897. Its first Chair was James C. Wilson. The Section was disbanded in 1965.
Dates:
1965
Minutes of the Pathological Society of Philadelphia
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 3/003-03
Scope and Contents
The volumes contain the minutes and proceedings of the Pathological
Society of Philadelphia, maintained by the Secretary, from the
society's formation 29 September 1857 to 14 October 1869 and
23 April 1887 to 27 June 1901. Included are descriptions of
specimens displayed to the society, membership propositions,
committee reports, discussions, annual reports of the treasurer,
and records of "private sessions", meetings in which the official
administrative business of the society was...
Dates:
1857 - 1901
Minutes of the Section on General Medicine
Item
Identifier: CPP 12/011-01
Overview
The Section on General Medicine was established in 1897. Its first Chair was James C. Wilson. The Section was disbanded in 1965.
Previously catalogued as 10a 193.
Previously catalogued as 10a 193.
Dates:
1897-1927
Philadelphia Medical Society abstract of minutes
Collection — Folder 1
Identifier: MSS 3/002-02
Scope and Contents
This small collection holds meeting minutes of the Phildelphia Medical Society from December 19, 1818, to November 6, 1824. Topics discussed include committee appointments, papers read, election of chairmen, and financial matters.
Dates:
1818-1824
Publications of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
Collection
Identifier: CPP 17
Overview
The Publications collection ranges in date from 1910 to circa 2012 and consists of brochures and pamphlets, calendars, newsletters, and directories published by the College of Physicians, as well as several brief histories of the College written by former Fellows. Of note are short-lived staff newletters, dating from 1988 to 1995; the Fellows Forum, a monthly newletter produced for Fellows of the College from 1974-2006, and eventually replaced with monthly email updates in 2006 (printed); and...
Dates:
1891 - 2012
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