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Eugene A. Stead

1908-10-06 – 2005-06-12

Portrait of Eugene A. Stead
*Poster of Eugene A. Stead, Lecture: A clinical pathologic conference on a case of recurrent fever Eugene A. Stead. Cropped to show Dr. Stead. Copyright Statement: The National Library of Medicine believes this item to be in the public domain.Credit: National Institutes of Health (U.S.). Medical Arts and Photography Branch.

Life & Legacy

Eugene Anson Stead Jr. (October 6, 1908, in Atlanta, Georgia – June 12, 2005) is best known as a physician, medical educator, and researcher. He served on the faculties at Harvard, Emory (where he received a Bachelor of Science and MD degree), and Duke universities. He is the founder of the physician assistant (PA) profession.

Occupation & Career

physician, cardiologist

Education

Duke University; Emory University School of Medicine

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

George M. Kober Medal

Legacy Highlights

Honors & Awards

George M. Kober Medal

Employer

Duke University · Emory University · Harvard University

Education & Institutions

Duke University · Emory University School of Medicine

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5407015 — wikidata View source

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