Alphabetic Guide to the Oral Histories (A-L)
This guide will direct the researcher to the oral histories currently available for use. The guide is alphabetical by the Interview Subject’s last name and includes bibliographic information and an abstract. If the oral history is part of the online collection, the name will be highlighted, underlined and linked to its online page.
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Adler, Eleanor Lydia, M.D., 1909-1993. FL 800.
Interview with Eleanor Lydia Adler, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (105 min.) + 1 transcript (23 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings, 1 b&w photoprint (10 x 13 cm., 4 x 5 in.), biographical sketch by Dr. David Post.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., April 18, 1984.
This interview with Dr. Eleanor Adler (1909-1993) of Albuquerque, New Mexico, summarizes her 32 years' private practice in pediatrics in Albuquerque. Among the subjects discussed at some length in this interview are Dr. Adler's personal and professional background and training; the limits placed on women in medicine in the 1930's and beyond; the pediatric community in Albuquerque in the 1940's and 1950's; the nature and focus of pediatrics practice in the city in that period; public health clinics, personalities, and general programs in the state; and the career and personality of her brother, Dr. Stuart Adler. Subjects discussed at lesser length are the advent of antibiotics; Dr. Evelyn Fisher Frisbie; Dr. Meldrum Wylder; the Lovelace Clinic; Dr. Ly Werner; medical facilities in Albuquerque in the 1940's and 1950's; and the early days of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and its impact.
Adler, Stuart Welsh, M.D., 1892-1987. FL 1165.
Interview with Stuart Welsh Adler, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (80 min.) + 1 transcript (26 p.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., June 17, 1982.
This interview summarizes the personal and professional life of Dr. Stuart W. Adler (1892-1987) of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Adler, New Mexico's first board certified pediatrician, served a full practice in the state for more than thirty years and played a pivotal role in many professional and civic organizations as well. In this interview, held when the doctor was ninety years old, Dr. Adler's personal background and professional training are summarized, then a general summary of his professional life and practice is given. Relatively thin in detail, the interview nevertheless provides insight into the practice and views of a first-generation medical specialist.
Akes, Leonard H., M.D., 1918-. FL 1226.
Interview with Leonard H. Akes, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (45 min.) + 1 transcript (13 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Espanola, N.M., April 23, 1989.
This interview with Dr. Leonard H. Akes (1918- ) of Espanola, New Mexico focuses on his 40+ years of practice in New Mexico. A family practitioner, Dr. Akes came to Espanola in 1951 to work with the United Brethren Church medical mission and remained in family practice there for more than 40 years. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are the medical community of the Espanola Valley; the health and sanitation problems of the region; public health services; the increasing pressure of the federal government on medicine; continuing education; and others.
Anderson, Robert Edwin, M.D., 1931-. FL 801.
Interview with Robert E. Anderson, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (105 min.) + 1 transcript (29 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings, c.v.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Sept. 5, 1984 and Oct. 2, 1984.
This interview with Dr. Robert E. Anderson (1931- ) focuses largely on the creation and early years of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Dr. Anderson came as one of the original faculty members to the infant school in 1964 and has been a member of its Department of Pathology since, its Chairman since 1968. Dr. Anderson summarizes his own personal and professional background; analyzes the reasons for his decision to join the brand new school in 1964 (and suggests those of many of his colleagues); sketches the prominent individuals involved in the early history of the institution; provides information about the first decade or so of the school's history; and much else.
Anderson, Robert O., 1917-2007. FL 876.
Interview with Robert O. Anderson [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (50 min.) + 1 transcript (10 p.), interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Aug. 30, 1985.
This interview with Roswell, New Mexico's Robert O. Anderson (1917-2007), internationally prominent businessman-industrialist-philanthropist, focuses on his (then) quarter-century association with the Lovelace Medical Center in Albuquerque. He served the institution as a board member and chairman of the board during that time and was a critical figure in the Center's evolution. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are the prominent personages of the institution; the major issues confronting it during the period of the 60's into the late 80's; the critical decisions which shaped the institution; its relationship to other members of the community: UNM School of Medicine, Presbyterian Hospital, etc.; and others.
Armstrong-Seward, Catherine, M.D., 1915-. FL 1257.
Interview with Catherine Armstrong-Seward, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (155 min.) + 1 transcript (21 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.), and a profile of Dr. Armstrong written by David Post, M.D.
Recorded in Carlsbad, N.M., March 13, 1985.
This interview with Dr. Catherine Armstrong-Seward (1915- ), a pediatrician of Carlsbad, New Mexico, surveys her life and career as a New Mexico physician. One of the pioneer, board-certified pediatricians in the entire state, Dr. Armstrong came to Carlsbad in 1950 and has practiced there continuously since. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Armstrong's personal and professional backgrounds; her views and personal experience with sex prejudice in the profession; her appraisal of the medical community in Carlsbad as of the early 1950's and of medical facilities in the city and their development; her perception of third-party encroachment within the world of medicine during the tenure of her practice; and others.
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Badger, Demarious Cornell, M.D., 1910-1990. FL 802.
Badger, William Earl, M.D., 1909-1992. FL 802.
Interview with Demarious Cornell Badger, M.D., and William Earl Badger, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (110 min.) + 1 transcript (25 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreements, news clippings, 2 color photoprints (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Sept. 2, 1983.
This joint interview with Drs. Demarious C. and William E. Badger summarizes their more than 40 years' practice of medicine in Hobbs, New Mexico. The interview contains information about their personal and professional backgrounds, including interesting information from Dr. Demarious Badger regarding discrimination against women in medical school; the difficult conditions in oil-town Hobbs; the nature and focuses of their medical practices; the special medical problems encountered in Hobbs; and much else. Among the subjects discussed at varying length are public health work in Lea County; referral practices and patterns from Hobbs; hospitals in Lea County; physicians of the county; the impact of World War II on medical care in their county; school board service and accomplishments in Hobbs (Dr. Demarious Badger); the advent of modern drugs; racial and gender attitudes and prejudices in Lea County; the battle against state medicine; and much else.
Barbour, Lawrence D., Sr., D.O., 1908-. FL 1275.
Interview with L.D. Barbour, Sr., D.O. [sound recording] / by Jake W. Spidle.
1 sound cassette (65 mins.) + 1 transcript (21 p.), 1 col. photo (4 x 5 in.), handwritten notes (6 p.) by Dr. Barbour.
Recorded in Roswell, N.M., Aug. 10, 1991.
This interview with Dr. Lawrence Donald Barbour, Sr. (1908- ), an osteopathic physician of Roswell, New Mexico, surveys his life and career. Arriving in New Mexico in 1939 after six years' practice in Montana, Dr. Barbour trained in surgery with Dr. H.E. Donovan in Raton, New Mexico, for two years. He set up his own private practice with an emphasis on surgery in Hobbs, New Mexico in 1941, relocating to Roswell in 1942. There he settled and practiced 37 years until his retirement in 1979. Among the subjects discussed in the interview are Dr. Barbour's personal and professional backgrounds; the nature of his practice and changes within it over forty+ years of practice; relationships between osteopaths and MDs in Roswell; the foundation and development of osteopathic hospitals in Roswell; the New Mexico Osteopathic Medical Association and the New Mexico Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners; and many others.
Barol, Samuel R., M.D., 1929-. FL 854.
Interview with Samuel R. Barol, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (130 min.) + 1 transcript (29 p.), interviewee agreement, 1 b&w photoprint (10 x 13 cm., 4 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., March 24 & 31 1986.
This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. Samuel R. Barol (1929- ), of Albuquerque, New Mexico. A specialist in internal medicine, Dr. Barol came to Albuquerque in 1975 to join the Lovelace Clinic; he has been in continuous practice there since. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Barol's personal and professional background; his choice between specialty and family practice medicine; his perspectives on the Lovelace Clinic at the time of his arrival in 1975; the prominent individuals involved in Lovelace; its development over his initial ten years' service (1975-1985) at the institution, especially its physical expansion, staff development, and HMO pioneering; and much else.
Barr, Richard R., FL 868.
Interview with Richard R. Barr [sound recording]/ by Fred Hanold, M.D.
1 sound cassette (70 min.) + 1 transcript (23 p.).
Recorded Feb. 20, 1997 in Albuquerque.
Richard R. (Dick) Barr is interviewed by Fred R. Hanold M.D. about Mastercare, a managed care plan formed by Presbyterian and St. Joseph Hospitals in 1972 and discontinued in Dec. 1981. Mr. Barr became Administrator of Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque in 1969 and in 1978 was named Executive Vice President and Chief of Operations for Presbyterian Hospital Center and Southwest Community Health Services. He was elevated to President in 1981 and served in that post until his retirement in 1985. Mr. Barr discusses the impetus to the creation of Mastercare and the reasons for its discontinuance, including the competitive health care environment in Albuquerque in the 1970's, early enrollments in the community's first health maintenance plans, and the economics of medical, surgical and hospital services provided under such plans.
Bartlett, Ellsworth Choate, D.O., 1916-. FL 1176.
Interview with Ellsworth Choate Bartlett, D.O. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (120 min.) + 1 transcript (21 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Nov. 6, 1991.
This interview surveys the 46 year practice in New Mexico of osteopathic physician Dr. E.C. Bartlett, Jr. (1916- ). Arriving in the state in 1939, Dr. Bartlett practiced for a decade in Alamogordo, then, after further training, another 36 years in Albuquerque. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Bartlett's personal and professional backgrounds; his father and two uncles, other osteopathic physicians in New Mexico; his education at Kirksville College of Osteopathy and Surgery; the nature and focus of his practice, including detailed discussion of his use of manipulation therapy and attitude toward it; relations between MD's and osteopaths; the foundation of University Heights Hospital; and much else.
Basile, Evelyn Julia, M.D., 1917-. FL 1036.
Interview with Evelyn J. Basile [sound cassette] / by David B. Post, M.D.
1 sound cassette (30 mins.) + 1 transcript (11 p.).
Recorded in Las Cruces, Nov. 24, 1989 by David B. Post, M.D.
This interview with Dr. Evelyn J. Basile (1917- ), a board certified pediatrician of Las Cruces, New Mexico, discusses her life and career as a New Mexico physician. Attending medical school when women physicians were few, she found her internship and residency experiences altered and accelerated because of World War II. In 1951 she and her surgeon husband, Remo Gay, Sr., M.D. left New York City to relocate in Las Cruces at the urging of Andrew Babey, M.D. After some 25 years of private practice, Dr. Basile worked at New Mexico State University's Student Health Care Center for 12 years, retiring in 1987. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Basile's medical education and post-graduate training experiences; the Las Cruces medical community in the early 1950's; Memorial Hospital's general lack of a pediatric unit and her establishment of a nursery for premature infants; osteopathic and ancillary health professionals in Las Cruces; long-distance consultations; public health "well-baby" clinics; sanitation concerns during the polio epidemic in the early 1950's; the first exchange transfusion in Las Cruces; and others.
Berchtold, Victor E., M.D., 1901-. FL 803.
Interview with Victor E. Berchtold, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (60 min.) + 1 transcript (11 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Santa Fe, N.M., Oct. 27, 1983.
This interview with Dr. Victor E. Berchtold (1901- ) of Santa Fe, New Mexico, provides a broad overview of his half century in medicine, from his student days at Creighton University through forty years of practice in Santa Fe. The interview provides information about the following subjects: the Santa Fe medical community of the 1930's and 1940's; the importance of the tuberculosis industry in New Mexico; the development of Dr. Berchtold's specialty focus on urology; and St. Vincent's Sanatorium/Hospital. Discussed at lesser length are Dr. Thomas P. Martin of Taos, New Mexico; public health services in the state; the impact of the Great Depression; the development of urological surgery; Bruns General Hospital (Santa Fe); malpractice insurance; and other subjects.
Bivens, Melvin D., M.D., 1918-1987. FL 971.
Interview with Melvin D. Bivens, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (120 min.) + 1 transcript (21 P.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., May 1, 1986.
This interview summarizes the life and 30-year career at Albuquerque's Lovelace Clinic of Dr. Melvin D. Bivens (1918-1987). A board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist, Dr. Bivens came to Lovelace in 1953 and served as head of its OB/GYN department from 1957 until his retirement in 1983. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Bivens' personal and professional backgrounds; his appraisal of the operations of the Lovelace Clinic and Foundation and the major personalities involved within them; relationships between Clinic personnel and private practitioners within the community; the Lovelace purchase of Bataan Hospital; and others.
Boyd, John Franklin, M.D., 1920-1999. FL 1241.
Interview with John Franklin Boyd, M.D. (1920-1999) [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (120 min.) + 1 transcript (23 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings, and 1 b&w photoprint (10 x 13 cm., 4 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., July 26, 1991.
This interview with Dr. John F. Boyd (1920-1999), an orthopedic surgeon of Albuquerque, New Mexico, surveys his personal and professional histories. Arriving in Albuquerque in 1953, Dr. Boyd practiced his specialty 39 years until his retirement at the end of 1991. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Boyd's personal and professional backgrounds; his appraisal of Albuquerque medicine in the 1950's, including evaluation of hospital facilities and the Albuquerque medical corps; the major figures of the New Mexico orthopedics community during the span of his practice; the birth of BC-I and of UNM-SOM; and much else.
Brower, Ralph P., D.O. 1920-. FL 875.
Interview with Ralph Brower, D.O. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (40 min.) + 1 transcript (15 p.).
Recorded July 14, 1993 in Belen, N.M.
This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. Ralph P. Brower (1920- ), an osteopathic physician of Belen, New Mexico. After medical education and internship training, Dr. Brower initially arrived in New Mexico in 1951 and practiced 10 years in Vaughn. After a brief tenure in Denver, Dr. Brower returned to New Mexico in 1952, establishing his practice in Belen where he has served uninterruptedly since. Among the subjects discussed in the interview are Dr. Brower's personal and professional backgrounds; the nature of his practice over 40+ years in the state; his reflections on his osteopathic physician collegues; the major changes in his practice and within the profession over the period of his practice; and many others.
Brubaker, Richard E., D.O., 1915-1990. FL 1183.
Interview with Richard E. Brubaker, D.O. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (90 min.) + 1 transcript (14 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings.
Recorded in Belen, N.M., Feb. 24, 1989.
This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. Richard E. Brubaker (1915-1990), an osteopathic physician who practiced nearly 45 years in New Mexico, predominantly in Belen. Among the subjects discussed in the interview are the personal and professional backgrounds of Dr. Brubaker; his schooling, internship, and early practice years; his use of and views on manipulative therapy; the osteopathic community in New Mexico; relationships between osteopaths and MD's and osteopaths and chiropractors; and much else.
Budlong, Elizabeth, R.N., 1911-1989. FL 1170.
Interview with Elizabeth Budlong, R.N. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (75 min.) + 1 transcript (18 p.).
Recorded in Taos, N.M., Nov. 2, 1983.
This interview with Elizabeth Budlong, RN (1911-1989) focuses on her quarter-century career as a public health nurse/school nurse in Taos County, New Mexico. From 1950 until her retirement in 1973, Ms. Budlong played a major role as an independent health care practioner in her county, devising and executing her own public health and school programs--dental clinics, well-baby immunization campaigns, venereal disease detection programs, and others--which dominated her work as public health nurse for Taos County. Other subjects discussed include her own personal background; the political realities of public health nursing (securing funding within tight county budgets); the relationship between the central administration in Santa Fe and public health workers in the field; popular reaction to public health work; midwifery in Taos County; the attitude of traditional Hispanic-Americans toward the "Anglo" public health establishment; and others.
Bunch, C. Pardue, M.D., 1913-1985. FL 1280.
Interview with C. Pardue Bunch, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (145 min.) + 1 transcript (30 p.), interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Artesia, N.M., June 4, 1984.
Full text transcript: PDF
This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. C. Pardue Bunch (1913-1985), a family practitioner for 40 years in Artesia, New Mexico. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Bunch's personal and professional backgrounds; the nature and special interests of his practice, including his reflections on hypnosis and psychosomatic illnesses, among others; the medical community of the Pecos Valley; his long and varied service within the New Mexico Medical Society, in which he played a major leadership role, including service as president in 1963-1964; and many others.
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Campbell, Jack M., 1917-1999. FL 964.
Interview with Jack M. Campbell, [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (30 min.) + 1 transcript (5 p.), interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Oct. 25, 1985.
This interview with Jack M. Campbell (1917-1999) summarizes his involvement with two New Mexico medical institutions, the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and the Lovelace Medical Foundation. The medical school was created by the New Mexico legislature while Campbell was speaker of its House of Representatives, and the school formally opened during his tenure as Governor. Governor Campbell also served for several years on the Lovelace Medical Foundation's Board of Trustees, and the interview surveys his association with that institution.
Castillo, R. Robert, M.D., 1927- ORAL HISTORY IN PROCESS
Chavez, Fabian., 1924-. FL 1189.
Interview with Fabian Chavez [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (35 min.) + 1 transcript (10 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Santa Fe, N.M., Mar. 30, 1987.
This interview with former State Senator Fabian Chavez (1924- ) focuses on his critical role in the establishment of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. State Senator Chavez (Democrat) was Senate Majority Leader in 1961, when the New Mexico Legislature first committed state money toward establishment of a medical school, and he was still in that position four years later, when the decision to expand to a four-year school was taken. This interview discusses the politics involved in the birth of New Mexico's medical school.
Chiffelle, Thomas L., M.D., 1918-. FL 804.
Interview with Thomas L. Chiffelle, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (150 min.) + 1 transcript (24 p.), correspondence, news clipping, interviewee agreement, 1 b&w photoprint (10 x 13 cm., 4 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Mar. 23, 1985.
This interview with Dr. Thomas L. Chiffelle (1918- ) focuses on his nearly forty years' association with Albuquerque's Lovelace clinic. In addition to his own personal and professional background, Dr. Chiffelle comments on Albuquerque medicine and the place of the Lovelace Clinic within it. Among the subjects discussed are the doctors William Randolph Lovelace I, William Randolph Lovelace II, and the other major figures of the Lovelace institution; the friction between the Clinic and the "downtown doctors"; the internal operations of the Clinic; medical laboratories within the group practice setting; and many more.
Cobb, John Candler, II, M.D., 1919-. FL 859.
Interview with John C. "Jock" Cobb. M.D.,M.P.H [sound recording] / by H. Henrietta Stockel.
1 sound cassette (50 min.) + 1 transcript
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., June 8, 1994.
This interview with Dr. John C. Cobb II (1919- ) focuses on his experiences in the mid-1950's as a consultant to the newly-formed Indian Health Service in matters concerning maternal & child health. He discusses the most prevalent health problems of the Native American populations in New Mexico, Arizona, Utah & Colorado, and the cultural interactions occuring as western medicine was increasingly made available. The effects of isolation, radiation (from mining), poverty, living conditions and lack of health education are discussed in some detail.
Corcoran, John Joseph, Jr., M.D., 1913-1996. FL 1065.
Interview with John Joseph Corcoran, Jr., M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (155 min.) + 1 transcript (27 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement with restrictions, news clippings, 1 b&w photoprint (10 x 13 cm., 4 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Sept. 17, 1984.
This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. J. Joseph Corcoran, Jr. (1913-1996) of Albuquerque, New Mexico. A specialist in dermatology, Dr. Corcoran came to Albuquerque in 1949 and practiced continuously until his retirement in 1980. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Corcoran's personal and professional backgrounds; his extensive World War II experience; his selection of Albuquerque as the site of his practice; the Albuquerque medical community and medical facilities of the late 1940's and 50's; relations with the medical community; the establishment of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine; medical ethics; and many others.
Cornish, Percy Gillette, III, M.D., 1929-1996. FL 1182.
Interview with Percy Gillette Cornish, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (60 min.) + 1 transcript (11 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Jan. 11, 1991.
This interview with Dr. P.G. Cornish III (1929-1996), a retired general surgeon of Albuquerque, New Mexico, focuses on his father and grandfather, both also surgeons who practiced in Albuquerque. Dr. Cornish, Sr. practiced in Albuquerque from the 1890's until his death in 1932, and Dr. Cornish, Jr. from 1920 until his death in the 1950's.
Cramer, Oliver S., M.D., 1911-1997. FL 1204.
Interview with Oliver S. Cramer, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (125 min.) + 1 transcript (24 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Oct. 3, 1984.
This interview with Dr. Oliver S. Cramer (1911-1997) of Albuquerque, New Mexico, focuses on his nearly thirty years' practice of internal medicine in Albuquerque. Coming to the Lovelace Clinic first in 1941 and returning there in 1946 after military service, Dr. Cramer was a witness to the establishment of the Lovelace Medical Foundation and a participant in the growth of the Clinic. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Cramer's personal and professional backgrounds; his characterization of the structure and major personalities of the Lovelace operation in the 1940's and 1950's; the range and nature of his own practice; relations between the Lovelace physicians and the rest of the Albuquerque medical community; Bataan Memorial Methodist Hospital; and others.
Cushing, Alice H., M.D., 1930-. FL 1179.
Interview with Alice H. Cushing, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (105 min.) + 1 transcript (32 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., July 10, 1984.
This interview with Dr. Alice Cushing (1930- ), a pediatrician and university professor of Albuquerque, New Mexico, surveys the early part of her career. Dr. Cushing in this interview provides information and color on the foundation and early development of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in the early 1960's; the pioneer internship and residency programs at Bernalillo County-Indian Hospital (UNM Hospital); the pediatrics community in Albuquerque; and much else.
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Daviet, Leslie L., M.D., 1911-. FL 1194.
Interview with Leslie L. Daviet, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (80 min.) + 1 transcript (25 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Las Cruces, N.M., Oct. 30, 1987.
This interview with Dr. Leslie L. Daviet (1911- ), a general medicine/general surgery practitioner of Las Cruces, New Mexico, surveys his life and career. Arriving in Las Cruces in 1937, Dr. Daviet practiced 43 years in that community until his retirement in 1980. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Daviet's personal and professional backgrounds; the old-time physicians, especially Drs. Robert McBride and Charles Gerber, and the medical facilities of Las Cruces in the late 1930's and 1940's; the nature, focus, and development of his practice over four decades; his service on the New Mexico Board of Medical Examiners; and others.
DeMaio, Michele, M.D., 1915-. FL 1225.
Interview with Michele DeMaio, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (75 min.) + 1 transcript (12 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Clovis, N.M., Feb. 2, 1987.
This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. Michele DeMaio (1915- ), an internist of Clovis, New Mexico. Born and educated in southern Italy, Dr. DeMaio established his practice in Clovis in late 1947 and practiced there continuously over the next four decades. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are the old-time physicians of the Clovis region, particularly Dr. H.A. "Hal" Miller; medical facilities and the nature of practice in the region; the focus and thrust of Dr. DeMaio's practice; and others.
Derbyshire, Robert Cushing, M.D., 1910-1987. FL 1178.
Interview with Robert C. Derbyshire, M.D. [sound recording] / by Peter D. Olch and Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (95 min.) + 1 transcript (37 p.).
Recorded in Santa Fe, N.M., Oct. 8, 1983.
Full text transcript: PDF
This interview with Dr. Robert C. Derbyshire (1910-1987) summarizes his 45 year career in New Mexico. A Mayo-trained general surgeon, Dr. Derbyshire came to New Mexico in 1942 and practiced his specialty for 33 years in Albuquerque, Artesia, and Santa Fe, successively. He filled many positions of prominence within the state's physician community, among them the presidency of the New Mexico Medical Society and the Executive Secretary position of the New Mexico Board of Medical Examiners for more than 30 years, and was a nationally prominent authority on the subjects of physician licensure, discipline, continuing education, and others. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Derbyshire's professional background; his surgical practice in New Mexico; the Lovelace Clinic in the 1940's; organized medicine in the state, including the work of the New Mexico Medical Society and the New Mexico Board of Medical Examiners; New Mexico's impaired physicians legislation, continuing education requirements, and other medico-legal matters; and others.
Dettweiler, John H., M.D., 1920-. FL 1245.
Interview with John H. Dettweiler, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (60 min.) + 1 transcript (12 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 b&w photoprint (10 x 13 cm., 4 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., June 30, 1989.
This interview with Dr. John H. Dettweiler (1920- ), of Albuquerque, New Mexico, surveys his life and career as a New Mexico physician. An internist, Dr. Dettweiler came to Albuquerque in 1949 and practiced continuously for forty years before his retirement in 1989. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Dettweiler's personal and professional backgrounds; the Albuquerque medical community and medical facilities of the late 1940's and 50's; the split within the Albuquerque community between the Lovelace Clinic and the "downtown docs"; the birth of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine; the impact of medical societies within the profession; and others.
Deveaux, Reynaldo, M.D., 1918-. FL 1038.
Interview with Reynaldo Deveaux, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (65 min.) + 1 transcript (15 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Taos, N.M., Nov. 3, 1983.
This interview with Dr. Reynaldo Deveaux, a family practitioner who practiced in Taos, New Mexico from 1942 to 1983, contains much interesting information on small town/rural medicine in a heavily Hispanic-American county. Dr. Deveaux came to Taos directly from medical school in Mexico City during World War II and practiced for six years as a federal government contract physician, then stayed as a private practitioner for another 35 years. The interview includes information about traditional medicine within the Hispanic culture of Taos and its vicinity; the special circumstances and stresses of health care delivery in rural New Mexico during World War II; Taos area physicians, particularly Drs. Warner Onstine and Al Rosen; the licensure difficulties associated with a foreign medical degree; Holy Cross Hospital in Taos; and much else.
Dillahunt, Jack A., M.D., 1914-1996. FL 1195.
Interview with Jack A. Dillahunt, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (75 min.) + 1 transcript (24 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Nov. 11, 1988.
This interview with Dr. Jack A. Dillahunt (1914-1996) of Albuquerque, New Mexico, summarizes his 34 years' medical practice in New Mexico. A board-certified ophthalmologist, one of the first in the state, Dr. Dillahunt came to Albuquerque in 1950 and established a private practice in his specialty which stretched to the mid-1980's. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Dillahunt's personal and professional backgrounds; the medical community of Albuquerque in the 1950's; the pioneer ophthalmologists of the city and state; the creation of a medical school in New Mexico; the clash between opthalmologists and optometrists; and much else.
Doherty, Edward F. & Josephine, his wife FL 855.
Interview with Edward F. Doherty and Josephine Doherty [sound recording] / by David B. Post.
1 sound cassette (35 min.) + 1 transcript (8 p.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., February 15, 1990.
This interview, conducted by Dr. David B. Post, focuses on the history of Women's and Children's Hospital of Albuquerque. The interviewees, Edward F. and Josephine Dougherty, were respectively an administrator and a nurse at the hospital during its last decade of existence 1946-1955. Among the subjects discussed are the medical staff of the hospital, its nursing service, the physical facilities and equipment available at the hospital, and others.
Dominguez, Jose Amado, D.O. 1909-1999. FL 1086.
Interview with Jose A. Dominguez, D.O. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (60 min.) + 1 transcript (18 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Taos, N.M., Nov. 1, 1983.
This interview with Dr. Jose A. Dominguez (1909-1999), an osteopathic physician of Taos, New Mexico, focuses on his half-century medical practice in that community. A family practitioner with special interest in obstetrics and surgery, Dr. Dominguez set up his practice in Taos in 1938. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Dominguez's personal and professional backgrounds; his medical education at Kirksville College of Osteopathy and Surgery; the focus and economics of his Taos practice; relations between MD's and the osteopaths; continuing medical education; and others.
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Edwards, W. Sterling, M.D., 1920-. FL 1042.
Interview with W. Sterling Edwards, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 audiocassette tape (65 mins.) + 1 transcript (19 p.), 1 C.V., news articles, reprints, info on UNM Dept. of Surgery; + misc. correspondence & computer disk of preliminary transcription.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Nov. 28, 1994.
Full text transcript: PDF
This interview with Dr. W. Sterling Edwards (1920- ), a thoracic (cardiac) surgeon and longtime faculty member at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico, surveys his life and career with special emphasis on his 18 years in the UNM-SOM Department of Surgery. (Dr. Edwards was chairman of that department, the third in its history, from 1974 until his retirement in 1987.) Among the subjects discussed are Dr. Edwards's personal and professional background; the shaping of his professional, especially his research, interests; his tenure in the UNM-SOM Department of Surgery and its development over the period 1969-1987; and others.
Egenhofer, Albert W., M.D., 1910-1991. FL 805.
Interview with Albert W. Egenhofer, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (80 min.) + 1 transcript (16 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Santa Fe, N.M., Oct. 19, 1983.
This interview with Dr. Albert W. Egenhofer (1910-1991) of Santa Fe, New Mexico surveys Dr. Egenhofer's 33 years' practice in Santa Fe. There is particular emphasis on the early years of his service in New Mexico and on the nature of his practice. Among the subjects discussed are the work of the Proctor Eye Clinic in Santa Fe and Taos; hospital facilities and services at St. Vincent's Hospital; Bruns General Hospital in Santa Fe; the New Mexico Ophthalmological Society; and others.
Ellis, Harry D., M.D., 1921-1997. FL 952.
Interview with Harry D. Ellis, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (150 min.) + 1 transcript (26 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (10 x 13 cm., 4 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Sept. 6, 1991.
This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. Harry D. Ellis (1921-1997), a longtime pathologist of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico. One of the earliest board-certified pathologists to practice in the state, Dr. Ellis set up his private practice and laboratory in Santa Fe in 1954 and practiced there and throughout northern New Mexico until 1982. In that year, he shifted his practice to Albuquerque, while establishing The Reference Lab, Inc., the largest private pathology laboratory in the state. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Ellis's personal and professional backgrounds; his appraisal of medical facilities and the medical profession in Santa Fe as of the 1950's and 60's; the pioneer pathologists of the state, Dr. Aaron Margulis of Santa Fe particularly; his extensive work within the New Mexico Medical Society, which he served as president; the contributions to medical practice in the state of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine; and much else.
English, Frank A., M.D., 1916-. FL 852.
Interview with Frank A. English, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (40 min.) + 1 transcript (10 p.), interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Roswell, N.M., March 14, 1992.
This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. Frank A. English (1916- ), an allergy specialist of Roswell, New Mexico. Born and reared in New Mexico, Dr. English returned to the state in 1947 after medical education and World War II service and has been in private practice continuously since. First as a family practitioner in Ruidoso, then in family practice in Roswell, Dr. English gradually focused his practice on allergy and received board certification in that field in 1975. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are rural practice in Carrizozo and Ruidoso, New Mexico; the Roswell medical community o fthe 1940's and 50's; medical facilities in Chaves County; specialism; the impact of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine; and others.
Evans, Junius A., M.D., 1911-1995. FL 806.
Interview with Junius A. Evans, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassette (140 min.) + 1 transcript (23 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Roswell, N.M., Apr. 8, 1984.
This interview surveys the two careers of Dr. Junius A. Evans as a physician in New Mexico. From 1946 until 1959, Dr. Evans served a large general practice in Las Vegas, New Mexico, until serious illness forced a career change. After a residency in dermatology, Dr. Evans returned in 1962 to New Mexico, this time to Roswell, and practiced his specialty for an additional quarter century. This interview provides detailed information on both these careers, including appraisals of the physician communities and medical facilities in both towns, and also contains information on traditional medicine. Professional activity within the New Mexico Medical Society and specialty organizations, and much else.
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Fikany, Edward D., M.D., 1917-. FL 1166.
Interview with Edward D. Fikany, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (50 min.) + 1 transcript (17 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Fort Sumner, N.M., Feb. 1, 1987.
This interview with Dr. Edward D. Fikany (1917- ) of Fort Sumner, New Mexico (De Baca County) is of special interest because of the insights it affords into rural or smalltown practice in New Mexico during the last half of the twentieth century. A Northwestern University Medical School graduate, Dr. Fikany set up practice in Ft. Sumner (pop. 3000 and less) in 1948 and remained in continuous service there for more than 42 years. Among the subjects discussed in some detail in this interview are the economics and logistics of rural practice; the relationship between MD's and osteopathic physicians in rural New Mexico, including the question of hospital privileges for DO's; the continuing education of the rural physician; and the transformation of medicine outside the cities by such forces as the creation and development of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, the population drain from the countryside to the cities and its impact on rural practice, and the coming of Medicare. Subjects discussed at lesser length include the impact of World War II on medical education and training; Dr. William R. Lovelace I and the Lovelace Clinic; referrals and rural practice; tularemia; public health personnel and services; Dr. Stuart Adler; and dentistry in the countryside.
Fischer, Arthur J., M.D., 1913-2002. FL 1046.
Interview with Arthur J. Fischer, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (130 min.) + 1 transcript (20 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 b&w photoprint (10 x 13 cm., 4 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Jan. 21, 1985.
This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. Arthur J. Fischer (1913- ), an otolaryngologist who practiced in Las Cruces (1958-1965) and at Albuquerque's Lovelace Clinic (1965-1978). Among the subjects discussed are Dr. Fischer's personal and professional backgrounds; his practice years in Las Cruces; the foundation of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine; the Lovelace Clinic in the 1960's and 1970's; and others.
Fishback, Charles F., M.D., 1907-1990. FL 1071.
Interview with Charles F. Fishback, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (120 min.) + 1 transcript (26 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings, book Medicine in the American Colonies by Dr. John B. Beckwith foreword by Dr. Charles F. Fishback.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., June 6, 1985.
This interview with Dr. Charles F. Fishback (1907-1990) of Albuquerque, N.M., focuses on his 30 years' practice of pediatrics in that city. A Mayo-trained pediatrician, Dr. Fishback came to the Lovelace Clinic in 1941 and retired to private life in 1972. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Fishback's personal and professional backgrounds; his summary and evaluation of the Albuquerque medical community of the 1940's and 50's, especially its pediatricians; the main personalities and operation of the Lovelace Clinic in those years; relationships between the Clinic and the other physicians of the town; and others.
Fitz, Reginald H., M.D., 1920-. FL 1258.
Interview with Reginald H. Fitz, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (70 min.) + 1 transcript (13 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., May 14, 1988.
This interview with Dr. Reginald H. Fitz, III (1920- ) a Dean Emeritus of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, surveys his years as founder-dean of the UNM-SOM. Selected as first dean of the new school in 1961 and charged with building it, Dr. Fitz spent seven years in Albuquerque and presided over the planning and preparation period leading down to the school's opening in 1964 and over its first four years' operation. In this interview Dean Fitz summarizes the background to the school's establishment; his own linkage to it; the philosophy of medical education which animated his own work and that of the school's early faculty in general; local support (and skepticism) regarding the school; and much else.
Floersheim, Milton, Jr., M.D.,1919-2000. FL 1047.
Interview with Milton Floersheim, Jr., M.D. (1919-2000) [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (65 min.) + 1 transcript (21 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Raton, N.M., Dec.1, 1983.
This interview with Dr. Milton Floersheim, Jr., (1919-2000), a family practitioner who set up his private practice in Roy, New Mexico in 1946, then moved to Raton 18 months later, sheds light on both rural practice on the plains of northeastern New Mexico and on medicine and the medical community in Raton. (At the time of the interview, Dr. Floersheim had been in practice in Raton for 35 years.) Among the subjects discussed are the "old-timey" doctors of the 20's and 30's in Roy and Clayton, New Mexico; the nature and limits of rural practice in the 30's and 40's; the physicians of Raton in the 40's through the 70's; the advent of sulfa drugs and penicillin; mining camp and traditional medicine in the area; hospital competition in Raton; and much else.
Follingstad, Alvin H., M.D., 1905-1989. FL 1048.
Interview with Alvin H. Follingstad, M.D. [sound rerecording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (105 min.) + 1 transcript (16 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Mar. 14, 1984.
This interview with Dr. Alvin H. Follingstad (1905-1989), a general surgeon of Albuquerque, New Mexico, surveys his long career in New Mexico. Originally (1939-1942) a small-town general practitioner, Dr. Follingstad set up his practice in general surgery and gynecology in Albuquerque after the Second World War and practiced there continuously until his retirement in 1981. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are his medical education and training; World War II service; rural/small town practice in Clayton and Springer, New Mexico; the advent of modern antibiotics; the Albuquerque physician community and medical facilities in the 1940's and 1950's; the birth and early years of Bernalillo County-Indian Hospital; and much else.
Foster, Lloyd G., 1908-1999. FL 1049.
Interview with Lloyd G. Foster, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (60 min.) + 1 transcript (12 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 2 color photoprints (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Reserve, N.M., Oct. 7, 1983.
This interview with Reserve (Catron County), New Mexico's Dr. Lloyd G. Foster (1908-1999), summarizes his nearly 50 years' medical practice in New Mexico. A "country doctor" in the traditional sense of the term, Dr. Foster has been the only physician in his Connecticut-size county for most of his half-century of practice. In addition to his personal and professional background, this interview surveys rural practice in an isolated setting, the special problems and rewards associated with it, and the personal ethos of this long-time practitioner.
Fox, Anne, R.N., 1904-. FL 1089.
Interview with Anne Fox, R.N. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (160 min.) + 1 transcript (15p.).
Recorded in Santa Fe, N.M., Jan. 14, 1986.
Full text transcript: PDF
This interview with Ms. Anne Fox (1904- ), a nurse-midwife of Santa Fe, New Mexico, surveys her career in nursing, but focuses on her twenty years' tenure in New Mexico. Coming to the state in 1945, Ms. Fox served twenty years as Nurse-Midwife Consultant in the New Mexico State Department of Health. In this interview she discusses that service, including much detail regarding state supervision and training of midwives around the state.
Friedenberg, Robert, M.D., 1909-1990. FL 1105.
Interview with Robert Friedenberg, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (140 min.) + 1 transcript (22 p.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Feb. 21, 1984.
This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. Robert Friedenberg (1909-1990) of Albuquerque, New Mexico. One of New Mexico's pioneer board-certified internists, Dr. Friedenberg practiced in Albuquerque from 1945 until his retirement in 1978. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Friedenberg's personal and professional backgrounds; his service in the U.S. Army and the Veterans Administration, including the VA Hospital in Albuquerque; the development and importance of the American College of Physicians in New Mexico; the creation of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine; the medical community of Albuquerque and its medical facilities; and others.
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Gardner, Kenneth D., Jr., M.D., 1929-. FL 825.
Interview with Kenneth D. Gardner, Jr., M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (100 min.) + 1 transcript (34 p.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., March 13, 1995.
This interview with Dr. Kenneth D. Gardner, Jr.(1929-), a nephrologist of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and a long-term faculty member of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, focuses on his career in New Mexico. Among the subjects discussed are Dr. Gardner's personal and professional background; his pioneering and innovative work at UNM-SOM as dean responsible for graduate medical school education at the school; his reflections on the strengths and weaknesses of those programs at UNM-SOM; the development of the school's division of nephrology; and much else.
Gellenthien, Carl H., M.D., 1900-1989. FL 1117.
Interview with Carl H. Gellenthien, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassettes (110 min.) + 1 transcript (23 p.).
Recorded at Valmora, N.M. Dec. 18, 1984.
Full text transcript: PDF
This interview with Dr. Carl Gellenthien (1900-1989) of Valmora, New Mexico, surveys his 62-year career as a New Mexico physician. A family practitioner in Mora County, for years the only physician in the county, Dr. Gellenthien was also Medical Director of Valmora Industrial [tuberculosis] Sanatorium for over thirty years. This interview surveys his life and career, but focuses particularly on his experiences as a tuberculosis patient himself at Valmora (1924-1925) and his years as director of the sanatorium.
Gervais, Robert H., M.D., 1929-. FL 1164.
Interview with Robert H. Gervais, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (70 min.) + 1 transcript (15 p.), interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (10 x 13 cm., 4 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Roswell, N.M., Aug. 9, 1991.
This interview surveys the early life and career of Dr. Robert H. Gervais (1929- ), a psychiatrist practicing in Roswell, New Mexico. A "pioneer" of psychiatry in the southern part of the state, Dr. Gervais originally came to New Mexico to the infant Department of Psychiatry at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in 1967. After a short interval of practice in Florida, he established a private practice in psychiatry in Roswell in 1976 and has remained in practice there since. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Gervais's personal and professional backgrounds; his service in and views on UNM-SOM's early efforts in the field of psychiatry in the late 1960's, including testimony regarding the early years of the Mental Health Center; Dr. Gervais's reflections on the efforts to establish modern psychiatric services in New Mexico, including his survey on pioneering development of delivery systems; "early" psychiatrists in southern New Mexico; major changes within his specialty over the first quarter-century of his practice; and much else.
Gillett, Hilton W., M.D., 1903-1992. FL 1057.
Interview with Hilton W. Gillett, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (110 min.) + 1 transcript (17 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings.
Recorded in Lovington, N.M., Aug. 3, 1987.
This interview with Dr. Hilton W. Gillett (1903-1992) summarizes his 40+ years of family practice in Lovington, New Mexico. Arriving in the state in 1934, Dr. Gillett served a large, rural practice spanning most of Lea County and its environs. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Gillett's personal and professional backgrounds; the "old -time" physicians of Lea County, as he knew them; hospitals in Lea County; continuing education; rural medicine in southeastern New Mexico; and much else.
Goodwin, Martin Brune, M.D., 1921-. FL 1201.
Interview with Martin Brune Goodwin, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (35 min.) + 1 transcript (7 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Clovis, N.M., June 1, 1985.
This interview surveys the medical career (to 1985) of Dr. Martin B. Goodwin (1921- ), a radiologist practicing in Clovis, New Mexico. In practice in Clovis since 1953, Dr. Goodwin in this interview surveys the early radiology community in New Mexico and discusses the physicians and medical facilities of Clovis and its environs during the 1950's and 1960's.
Gordon, Larry J., M.P.H., 1926-.
Edited transcript taken from an interview with Larry J. Gordon, M.P.H., by Jake Spidle.
1 transcript (74 p.) + 5 sound cassettes (338 min.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, NM, March 16, 1999.
This interview surveys the public service career in the areas of public and environmental health (to 1999) of Mr. Larry J. Gordon (1926- ). Mr. Gordon’s career encompassed nearly every major aspect related to the organization of environmental health and protection, and public health programs and agencies in New Mexico from 1950 – 1988.
Also see Larry J. Gordon Papers online.
Greenblatt, Jerome, M.D., 1916-1997. FL 1293.
Interview with Jerome Greenblatt, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (135 mins.) + 2 transcripts (19 p. & 21 p.), news clippings, C.V., & obituary notice.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Oct. 7, 1987 & Mar. 27, 1993.
These interviews survey the life and career of Dr. Jerome "Jerry" Greenblatt (1916-1997), a family practitioner of Albuquerque, N.M. Dr. Greenblatt came to Albuquerque's Veterans Administration Hospital in 1955, then established his private practice in 1956. His private practice extended over 32 years and involved service as Bernalillo County Coroner, Jail Physician for both city and county jails, and Team Physician for the University of New Mexico athletic program in addition to his regular, private practice. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Greenblatt's personal and professional backgrounds; his medical training in Europe; his establishment of the Bernalillo County coroner's office; his work with the UNM athletic program; his experiences as a jail physician; his appraisal of the Albuquerque medical community and facilities in the 1950's; the development of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and the relationship of private practitioners to it; and much else.
Gwinn, A. Clay, M.D., 1905-1987. FL 1058.
Interview with A. Clay Gwinn, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (50 min.) + 1 transcript (11 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Carlsbad, N.M., March 11, 1985.
This interview with Dr. A. Clay Gwinn (1905-1987) surveys his nearly 40 years' medical practice in New Mexico, most of that time in Carlsbad. Among the subjects discussed in the interview are Dr. Gwinn's personal and professional backgrounds; his practice at the Lovelace Clinic in the late 1930's as one of its pioneer members; Dr. Carroll Womack and other longtime physicians of Carlsbad; public health services in southeastern New Mexico; hospitals in Eddy County; and others.
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Hanold, Fred H., M.D., 1915-2006. FL 975.
Interview with Fred H. Hanold, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
4 sound cassettes (4 hrs. 45 mins.) + 2 transcripts (73 pgs.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Oct. 8, 1984 and July 1, 1985.
Full text transcript: PDF, Pt. 1, PDF, Pt. 2
This interview with Dr. Fred H. Hanold (1915-2006 ), an internist of Albuquerque, N.M., surveys his life and career as a New Mexico physician. Arriving in Albuquerque in 1950, Dr. Hanold quickly became one of the major figures of the Albuquerque medical community and practiced thirty years before his retirement in 1980. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Hanold's personal and private backgrounds; his medical training in New York City and his World War II service; his evaluation of the Albuquerque medical community at the time of his arrival in 1950, including specific discussion of the major medical figures in the town and their reaction to specialty trained newcomers; medical facilities in the town, with special emphasis on its hospitals; the Santa Fe Railroad Hospital (now Memorial Hospital) and its place within the medical community; the decision to build Bernalillo County-Indian Hospital and the establishment of internship and residency programs within the city's hospitals; relationships between the solo practitioners and the Lovelace Clinic; the establishment of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and its impact on the physicians and the caliber of practice within the city and state; continuing education; and much else.
Hardy, William R., M.D., 1929-. FL 1237.
Interview with William R. Hardy, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (75 min.) + 1 transcript (25 p.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., July 30, 1984.
This interview with Dr. William R. Hardy (1929- ) of Albuquerque, New Mexico, deals predominantly with Dr. Hardy's reflections on the early years of the UNM School of Medicine. One of the pioneer faculty members of the institution, Dr. Hardy discusses the prominent personalities of the school's early years; its efforts to create a new medical school curriculum; relations between the school and the private practice community in Albuquerque; the role of the Veterans' Administration Hospital and staff in the early years of the school; and much else.
Hartz, Alvin S., M.D., 1915-1989. FL 907.
Interview with Alvin S. Hartz, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (100 min.) + 1 transcript (23 p.), interviewee agreement, correspondence, newspaper clipping.
Recorded in Farmington, N.M., March 19, 1987.
Full text transcript: PDF
This interview with Dr. Alvin S. Hartz (1915-1989) of Farmington, New Mexico, surveys his 35 years' practice of medicine in New Mexico. The first board-certified internist in northwest New Mexico, Dr. Hartz arrived in Farmington in 1953 and was in private practice there uninterruptedly until his retirement in 1988. This interview surveys his career, discussing his personal and professional backgrounds; his reasons for selection of Farmington as a practice site and his appraisal of that city, its medical facilities and its physicians in the early 1950's; the development of Farmington medicine through the 60's, 70's, and 80's; the creation of the UNM School of Medicine and its impact on the northwest part of the state; and other subjects.
Heim, Richard W., 1924- ORAL HISTORY IN PROCESS
Henderson, Carl, 1908-. FL 1244.
Interview with Carl Henderson, M.P.H. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
3 sound cassettes (250 min.) + 1 transcript
Recorded in Tesuque, N.M., Feb. 17, 1986.
This interview with Mr. Carl Henderson (1908- ) of Tesuque, New Mexico, surveys his 40+ year career of service with the New Mexico State Health Department. Starting in 1927 as a student assistant in the old State Public Health Laboratory on the University of New Mexico campus and lasting until his retirement from the State Health Department service in 1974, Mr. Henderson was continuously associated with New Mexico's public health effort. Among the subjects discussed in the interview are the personnel and structure of the State Health Department; public sanitation, especially pure food and milk supervision; Eddy County public health work (where Henderson began his career); the early years of the State Public Health Laboratory in Albuquerque; and much else.
Hossley, William J., M.D., 1916-1995. FL 1059.
Interview with William J. Hossley, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (60 min.) + 1 transcript (12 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Deming, N.M., June 6, 1984.
This interview surveys the career of Dr. William J. Hossley (1916- 1995), longtime family medicine practitioner in Deming, New Mexico. Dr. Hossley practiced 40 years in Deming from his arrival in 1949 until his retirement in 1989. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are his personal and professional backgrounds; the "old-time" physicians and medical facilities of Luna County; the nature and problems of family practice in Luna Society; the birth of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine; and others.
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Intress, Robert H., M.D., 1921-. FL 1174.
Interview with Robert H. Intress, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (135 min.) + 1 transcript (33 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement; 1 photoprint (2.5 x 3.5 in.): b&w, 6x9 cm.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., May 26, 1989.
This interview with Dr. Robert H. Intress (1921- ) of Albuquerque, New Mexico surveys his life and career. In the late 1940's, Dr. Intress practiced as a general practitioner in Clayton, New Mexico, then, after specialty training and 15 years' practice in Amarillo, Texas, he returned to New Mexico to the Lovelace Clinic in 1966. He practiced anesthesiology there until his retirement in 1983. This interview includes information on many topics, among them Dr. Intress's family and professional background; his years as a general practitioner in Clayton, including sketches of the physicians and health care facilities and problems there; his specialty training and practice years in Amarillo; his tenure at the Lovelace Clinic; major developments within the field of anesthesiology; and much else.
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Jennings, Emmit, M.D., 1922-2000. FL 857.
Interview with Emmit M. Jennings, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (110 min.) + 1 transcript (27 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, memento of his successful State Senate candidacy in 1992.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., August 2, 1991.
This interview with Dr. Emmit M. Jennings (1922-2000), a board-certified surgeon of Roswell, New Mexico, surveys his life and career as a New Mexico physician. Born and reared in Tucumcari, New Mexico, Dr. Jennings received his pre-medical and medical education in the mid-West, then took his specialty training in Los Angeles. After military service, he established his surgical practice in Roswell in 1954 and has remained in practice continuously there since. In addition, his active career within the New Mexico Medical Society included its presidency in 1967/68 among other positions of responsibility. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Jenning's personal and professional backgrounds; his appraisal of Roswell medicine of the 1950's and 60's, including discussion of its older generation physicians; hospitals and medical facilities in Chaves County; osteopathic medicine and chiropractors in Roswell; continuing medical education; increasing state intrusion in medical practice during the tenure of his practice in Roswell;; the major figures and issues facing the New Mexico Medical Society over the period of his close involvement with it; the creation and impact of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine; and others.
Johnson, V. Scott, M.D., 1901-1990. FL 1167.
Interview with V. Scott Johnson, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (120 min.) + 1 transcript (14 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings.
Recorded in Clovis, N.M., May 31, 1985.
In this interview with V. Scott Johnson, M.D. (1901-1990) of Clovis, New Mexico (Curry County), a family physician who practiced in the Clovis, New Mexico/Farwell, Texas area for more than 50 years, the focus is on "pioneer" practice of the 1930's around Clovis and Farwell. Dr. Johnson tells many stories, providing a feel for the realities of general practice at that time. He also provides information and anecdotes about the physicians of that area from the 1930's through the 1950's, especially Dr. Hal Miller, dean of the eastern New Mexico medical corps for many years. The interview also affords interesting details regarding Dr. Johnson's own medical education and early practice, particularly about the economics of Depression era medical practice.
Jones, Paul S., D.O., 1913-1993. FL 1177.
Interview with Paul S. Jones, D.O. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (90 min.) + 1 transcript (21 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Las Cruces, N.M., Sept. 20, 1991.
This interview with Dr. Paul S. Jones (1913-1993) of Las Cruces, New Mexico surveys his 46 years' practice in that community. An osteopathic physician serving a general practice, Dr. Jones arrived in Las Cruces in 1937 and practiced there continuously until his retirement in 1983. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Jones's personal and professional backgrounds; his education at Kirksville College of Osteopathy and Surgery; the nature of his practice, including special attention to his obstetrical work; relations between osteopaths and M.D.'s in Las Cruces; hospital facilities for D.O.'s in Dona Ana County; and much else.
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Kemper, Clarence M., M.D., 1917-2002. FL 1269.
Interview with Clarence M. Kemper, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (110 min.) + 1 transcript (24 p.), interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., March 3, 1986.
This interview with Dr. Clarence M. "Bud" Kemper (1917-2002) of Albuquerque, New Mexico, focuses on his quarter-century practice at Albuquerque's Lovelace Clinic. An internist specializing in rheumatology, Dr. Kemper came to the Clinic in 1949 and practiced until his retirement in 1974. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Kemper's personal and professional backgrounds; his appraisal of the Lovelace Clinic and its prominent personalities as of the late 40's; relationships between the Clinic and the rest of the Albuquerque medical community; the birth of the medical school at the University of New Mexico;; research at the Lovelace Medical Foundation and the interaction between clinicians and researchers; and much else.
Kempers, Bert, M.D., 1902-1992. FL 1056.
Interview with Bert Kempers, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (105 min) + 1 transcript (19 p.), 1 col. photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Apr. 11, 1984.
This interview with Dr. Bert Kempers (1902-1992), a general surgeon of Albuquerque, New Mexico, surveys his life and career in medicine. Dr. Kempers first came to Albuquerque as a surgeon in the U.S. Indian Health Service in 1935, then, after service in World War II, he established a private practice in surgery in Albuquerque which stretched over nearly 30 years. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Kempers' personal and professional backgrounds; his service in the U.S. Indian Service, including his years as Chief Surgeon at Albuquerque's Indian School Hospital; his activity in the U.S. Army Medical Corps during WWII; the "old-guard" surgeons and other physicians in Albuquerque in the 1930's, 40's, and 50's; and much else.
Kenney, Bergere A., M.D., 1920-1988. FL 807.
Interview with Bergere A. Kenney, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (135 min.) + 1 transcript (30 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Santa Fe, N.M., Oct. 17, 1984.
This interview with Dr. Bergere Kenney (1920-1988), focuses on his forty years' practice in Santa Fe and, as a native son, on the "old-time" physicians of the city. Prominent subjects of this interview include Dr. Robert O. Brown, longtime "dean" of the Santa Fe medical community; the tuberculosis sanatoria and physicians of the 1920's and 30's; public health services and personalities in the capital city; the women physicians of Santa Fe, especially Drs. Marion Hotopp and Nancy Campbell; the modern development of St. Vincent's Hospital; and much else.
Key, Charles R., M.D., PhD, 1934-. FL 916.
Interview with Charles R. Key, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake W. Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (105 mins.) + 1 transcript (23 p.), C.V., news clippings and reprint of his publication "Cancer Incidence and Mortality in New Mexico, 1973-1977."
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., May 26, 1994.
This interview with Dr. Charles R. Key (1934- ), a pathologist and epidemiologist of Albuquerque, New Mexico, focuses primarily on Dr. Keys first 25 years at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Arriving for service in the still young Department of Pathology in 1969, Dr. Key has played a major role in many of the department's and school's programs. In this interview the major subject covered is Dr. Key's work with the New Mexico Tumor Registry and its history, but among the other subjects discussed are his personal and professional background; the special linkage between the U.S./Japan Atomic Bomb Casualty Commission and the UNM-SOM Department of Pathology; and others.
Kilgore, Donald, E., Jr., M.D., 1922-. FL 899.
Interview with Donald E. Kilgore, Jr., M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake W. Spidle.
4 sound cassettes (290 mins.) + 1 transcript (__ p.).
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Nov. 18, 1985 and ff.
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This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. Donald E. Kilgore, Jr. (1922- ), an otolaryngologist and longtime leader of The Lovelace Medical Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Kilgore came to the growing Lovelace Clinic in 1953, attracted by its reputation for leadership in the field of aviation medicine, and gave that institution nearly four decades of service before his retirement in 1992. A critical figure in the institution's history, Dr. Kilgore served as President and Chief Executive of The Lovelace Medical Center in the period 1969-1975. Among the subjects discussed in the interview are Dr. Kilgore's personal and professional backgrounds; the prominent figures and special programs of The Lovelace Clinic in the 1950's; the development of the institution through that period and up through the 1970's; relations within the Albuquerque medical community; the birth of the UNM School of Medicine; and much else.
Kurtz, Chester Mott, M.D., 1899-1989. FL 1051.
Interview with Chester Mott Kurtz, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (40 min.) + 1 transcript (10 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Oct. 4, 1985.
This interview with Dr. Chester M. Kurtz (1899-1989) of Albuquerque, New Mexico, focuses exclusively on his years (1962-1969) as Hospital Director of the Veterans Hospital in Albuquerque. Dr. Kurtz's tenure in that position spanned the critical period of the foundation and early years of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, and this interview with him deals with that subject.
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Lander, Ernest Wilbur, M.D., 1906-1997. FL 808.
Interview with Ernest Wilbur "Bud" Lander, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (135 min.) + 1 transcript (27 p.), 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, paper of reminiscences (12 p.).
Recorded in Roswell, N.M., Aug. 19, 1983.
This interview with Dr. E.W. "Bud" Lander (1906-1997) of Roswell, New Mexico, summarizes his 48 years' practice in the city. Coming to Roswell directly from medical studies and internship, Dr. Lander established himself as one of the mainstays of the Roswell medical community. Among the subjects discussed in the interview are Dr. Lander's personal and professional background, including his account of financing medical school during the Depression; the Roswell physician community and medical facilities in the 1930's; the economics of medical practice in the 1930's; the style and range of general (family) practice in the 1930's and 1940's; the impact of the World War II interruption on his career; his obstetrical and surgical practices; and much else.
Landmann, Heinz Richard, M.D., 1908-1995. FL 1202.
Interview with Heinz Richard Landmann, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (75 min.) + 1 transcript (16 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, 1 color photoprint (9 x 13 cm., 3.5 x 5 in.).
Recorded in Santa Fe, N.M., Sept. 27, 1984.
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This interview surveys the life and career of Dr. H. Richard Landmann (1908-1995), an internist of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Establishing his practice in Santa Fe in 1950, Dr. Landmann's practice spanned four decades of New Mexico's medical history. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Landmann's personal and professional backgrounds; the Santa Fe medical community of the 1950's and 1960's; medical facilities in the state capital; the creation of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine; and many others.
Latimer, Earl A., Jr., M.D., 1919-1998. FL 908.
Interview with Earl A. Latimer, Jr. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (65 mins.) + 1 transcript (12 p.), 1 obituary notice.
Recorded in Roswell, N.M. on Dec. 7, 1991.
This interview with Dr. Earl A. Latimer, Jr. (1919-1998), a family practitioner of Roswell, New Mexico, surveys his life and career. A native of New Mexico's Pecos River Valley, Dr. Latimer received his medical education at Baylor University College of Medicine in 1943, then, following internship and military service, in 1947 established his practice in Roswell. He has been continuously in practice ever since, serving more than 45 years in his native Pecos Valley. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Latimer's personal and professional backgrounds; his military service; the hospitals of Roswell, including a discussion of the founding of Eastern New Mexico Medical Center; house calls; referral of patients from Roswell; and others.
Levin, Louis, M.D., 1916-. FL 1219.
Interview with Louis Levin, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (160 min.) + 1 transcript (27 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Sept. 19, 1984.
This interview with Dr. Louis Levin (1916- ), an internist of Albuquerque, New Mexico, surveys his life and career as a New Mexico physician. Coming to Albuquerque in 1949 as a member of the Lovelace Clinic, Dr. Levin has practiced more than 40 years in Albuquerque and, briefly, Belen. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are Dr. Levin's personal and professional backgrounds; his appraisal of Albuquerque medicine--personnel and facilities--at mid-century; chest medicine in the state in the 50's and 60's; the Lovelace Clinic; the birth of the University of New Mexico medical school; and others.
Levitt, JoAnn N., M.D., 1925-. FL 858.
Interview with JoAnn N. Levitt, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (130 mins.) + 1 transcript (16 pages); curriculum vitae; news clippings.
Recorded in Santa Fe, N.M., Oct. 22, 1997.
This interview with Dr. JoAnn N. Levitt (1925-) of Roswell and Santa Fe, New Mexico, surveys her medical career as, first, a nurse; then a physician (anesthesiologist); and, finally, as a medical society officer and professional administrator. Dr. Levitt arrived in New Mexico in 1973 and spent the remainder of her career there. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are her choice of medicine and the difficulties faced in medical education by married women; her peripatetic career as a physician/ Army officer's wife and mother; her anesthesiology practice in Roswell; and her service within the New Mexico Medical Society and the New Mexico Board of Medical Examiners.
Libo, Lester M., Ph.D., 1923-. FL 1222.
Interview with Lester M. Libo, Ph.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
1 sound cassette (80 min.) + 1 transcript (14 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Nov. 22, 1991.
This interview surveys the life and career of Lester M. Libo, Ph.D. (1923- ), a psychologist of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Libo came to New Mexico in 1957 to head the first Division of Mental Health within the New Mexico State Department of Public Health, then six years later was the fourth faculty member hired in the formation of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Among the subjects discussed in the interview are Dr. Libo's personal and professional backgrounds; his service within the State Health Department in Santa Fe, including a summary of the major programs established at that time; his involvement in the foundation of the UNM-SOM, including capsule portraits of some major figures involved, especially Dr. Robert Senescu; and others.
Loftfield, Robert B., Ph.D., 1919-. FL 1190.
Interview with Robert B. Loftfield, Ph.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
3 sound cassettes (220 min.) + 1 transcript (42 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, news clippings.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Jul.20, and Jul. 27, 1984.
This interview with Dr. Robert B. Loftfield (1919- ) of Albuquerque, New Mexico focuses on the birth and early years of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. A nationally known biochemist, Dr. Loftfield was the new school's first biochemist and served as longtime chairman of its Department of Biochemistry. He was one of the first dozen or so faculty members hired. In this interview he discusses the early years of the school and the people who made it work. He provides vital information and insight on the subject of curriculum development and much else.
Lowenstein, Bernard, M.D., 1908-. FL 950.
Interview with Bernard Lowenstein, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
2 sound cassettes (100 min.) + 1 transcript (16 p.), interviewee agreement.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., June 23, 1989.
This interview with Dr. Bernard Lowenstein (1908- ) of Albuquerque, New Mexico, focuses on his roughly thirty years' medical practice in the state. A physician with extensive service time in both the United States Indian Service and the Veterans Administration, Dr. Lowenstein practiced in Albuquerque from 1952 until semi-retirement in the late 1970's. Among the subjects discussed in this interview are his personal background and professional training; pulmonary medicine, especially drug and surgical treatment for tuberculosis in the 1940's and 50's; the Albuquerque Veterans Administration Hospital and some of its more prominent personnel; and others.
Luft, U. C. (Ulrich C.), M.D., 1910-1991. FL 1131.
Interview with Ulrich C. Luft, M.D. [sound recording] / by Jake Spidle.
3 sound cassettes (190 min.) + 1 transcript (36 p.), correspondence, interviewee agreement, newspaper clipping.
Recorded in Albuquerque, N.M., Oct. 11 & 16, 1985.
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This interview summarizes the life and career of Dr. Ulrich C. Luft (1910-1991), a longtime research scientist at the Lovelace Medical Foundation in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born and educated in Germany, Dr. Luft established strong credentials in physiology, especially pulmonary physiology, as a young man in pre-WWII Germany. After wartime service in Germany's Luftwaffe, Dr. Luft played a major role in the period 1945-47 in the rebirth of the Department of Physiology at the war-shattered University of Berlin. In 1947 he moved to the United States Air Force's School of Aviation Medicine in San Antonio, then in 1954 he came to Albuquerque to head the Department of Physiology of the Lovelace Medical Foundation. Retiring in 1980 after more than a quarter centruy's service in that position, he died in Albuquerque in 1991. This interview surveys his entire life and career, but focuses on his years at Lovelace in Albuquerque and includes detailed discussion of the major research efforts in which he was involved; the growth of facilities and staff at the institution; the major individuals involved in its operations; and much more.