Beckett Howorth
| Interviewer: | Darryl Podoll |  |
| Date: | May 16, 1975 | |
| Identifier: | OH016 | |
| Approximate Length: | 85 min. | |
| Biographical Information: | Orthopedic surgeon, b. 1902. Howorth received his medical degree from the Washington University School of Medicine in 1925 and his doctorate in medical science from the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University in 1934. Over his career Howorth served on the faculty of the Columbia University Presbyterian Medical Center, New York University Medical School, and Yale University School of Medicine. | |
| Summary: | Howorth discusses his family’s background and growing up in Mississippi and his medical education experiences. Howorth recalls his orthopedic training with Dr. Russell Hibbs at the New York Orthopedic Hospital; his research, publications and teaching in orthopedics; his move to southwestern Connecticut in 1949 and subsequent career in Greenwich; and his involvement with national and international professional organizations. | |
| Notes: | Audio quality of interview is poor. |
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