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Dr. Robin Buerki
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Dr. Robin Buerki, physician, teacher, organizer, administrator and distinguished alumnus poses before his portrait that was unveiled and presented to the University. Dr. Robin Buerki, of Detroit, was the first superintendent of University hospitals from 1923 - 1942.
November 4, 1960
Stein, Edwin
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Careers in Mental Health
April 26, 1959
Two young women doctors who are completing their residencies in psychiatry at the University Hospitals, are shown discussing a case. Seated on the left is Dr. Sonja Monson, and on the right is Dr....
Edwin Stein, Wisconsin State Journal Photographer
June 5, 1960
Self portrait of Edwin Stein, Wisconsin State Journal photographer.
Urea used for Brain Surgery at University Hospital
July 31, 1958
A brain surgery operation is in progress at the University of Wisconsin Hospital. A urea and inert sugar solution developed at the University is used to lower the intracranial pressure within the p...
Inauguration of U.W. President Conrad A. Elvehjem
October 9, 1958
Dr. Grayson Kirk (right), president of Columbia University, chats with new president of the University of Wisconsin, Dr. Conrad A. Elvehjem, at the inaugural luncheon at Memorial Union. Dr. Kirk wa...
