Henry Mills Hurd: The First Superintendent Of The Johns Hopkins Hospital (1920)

By Thomas Stephen Cullen

Book Overview

Henry Mills Hurd: The First Superintendent Of The Johns Hopkins Hospital (1920) is a biography book written by Thomas Stephen Cullen. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and achievements of Henry Mills Hurd, who was the first superintendent of the Johns Hopkins Hospital. The author delves into Hurd's personal and professional life, exploring his background, education, and career in medicine. The book highlights Hurd's contributions to the field of medicine, particularly in the area of mental health. The author sheds light on Hurd's efforts to improve the treatment of mental illness and his role in the establishment of the Phipps Psychiatric Clinic at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Cullen also provides insights into the challenges and obstacles that Hurd faced during his tenure as the superintendent of the hospital. The book also explores the impact of Hurd's work on the development of the Johns Hopkins Hospital and its reputation as a leading medical institution. Overall, Henry Mills Hurd: The First Superintendent Of The Johns Hopkins Hospital (1920) is a well-researched and informative biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a pioneering figure in the field 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164667513
• ISBN13: 9781164667513
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"