Records of the Hahnemannian Medical Institute

The Hahnemannian Medical Institute, a student society, was organized in 1849-1850 as the Williamson Institute for students attending lectures at Hahnemann Medical College of Philadelphia. In 1854, the name of the organization was changed to Hahnemannian Medical Society, then, in 1864, to Hahnemannian Medical Institute. The Institute organized scientific lectures, promoted debates and quizes on academic subjects, and held annual commencements with diplomas. Students were elected "professors", later, "quizators" or "quaesitors", to examine members in specific areas. In 1885-1886, the Institute published a journal, "Medical institute of Philadelphia".

Records of Hahnemannian Medical Institute (formerly Hahnemannian Medical Society), 1863 to 1893, including minutes of proceedings with elections and biographical memoirs of students and faculty members of Hahnemann Medical College of Philadelphia. Includes information on formation of journal, "Medical institute of Philadelphia", and changes following 1878 Institute diploma scandal.