Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""John Call Dalton, M.D., U.S.V."" is a biographical work written by John Call Dalton himself. The book covers the life of John Call Dalton, who was a physician and professor of physiology in the United States during the 19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each detailing different aspects of Dalton's life, including his childhood, education, medical training, and his experiences as a physician during the American Civil War.Dalton was born in 1825 in New York City, and the book describes his early life growing up in a family of physicians. He attended medical school at the College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, where he studied under some of the most prominent physicians of the time. After completing his medical training, Dalton went on to become a professor of physiology at the College of Physicians and Surgeons, where he made significant contributions to the field of medical education.During the American Civil War, Dalton served as a physician in the Union Army, and the book describes his experiences treating wounded soldiers on the battlefield. He also played a key role in the development of the ambulance corps, which helped to revolutionize the way wounded soldiers were transported and treated.Overall, ""John Call Dalton, M.D., U.S.V."" is a fascinating look at the life of one of the most important physicians of the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Dalton's life and career, and offers insights into the history of medicine and medical education in the United States.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.
