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History of Pediatric Surgery
Guideline · Mar 2022 · 1 min read
In brief
In brief
Historical overview of pediatric surgery's development in North America, centered on Dr. William E. Ladd (1880-1967), widely recognized as the founding father of the specialty. Essential reading for understanding the origins and evolution of pediatric surgical practice.
- Dr. William E. Ladd (1880-1967) is universally recognized as the father of pediatric surgery in North America.
- Ladd's contributions are so foundational that the history of pediatric surgery in North America is inseparable from his legacy.
- The field of pediatric surgery as a distinct specialty emerged through Ladd's pioneering work in the early 20th century.
Written by the GCMD Library team from the guideline.
When speaking of the history of pediatric surgery in North America, it is difficult to do so without immediately uttering the name Ladd in the next breath. The two are inexorably linked as Dr. William E. Ladd (1880-1967) is universally recognized as the father of pediatric surgery on this continent.
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