Complete Record - Heirs of Hippocrates No. 1237

WILLIAM POTTS DEWEES (1768-1841) A practice of physic, comprising most of the diseases not treated of in "Diseases of females" and "Diseases of children." Carey & Lea 1830 Vol. I: xi [1] [9]-396, 4 pp.; Vol. II: viii [397]-833 [1] 4 pp. 22 cm.

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Although Dewees was a general internist in practice, he is best known for his publications on gynecology, obstetrics, and pediatrics. This work covers general medicine including prevention, diagnosis and therapy. His observations of clinical signs are thorough and comprehensive. Dewees followed the standard therapies of his day which included complex medications, blistering, purging, and bleeding. Volume I deals with general concerns such as the qualifications of the nurse, matters of patient care, diet, and the administration of medications. Typical of the era, there is considerable emphasis on various fevers and their treatment. Also discussed in the volume are apoplexy, hydrocephalus, eye diseases, and various respiratory infections. Volume II includes chest diseases, abdominal disorders, rheumatic diseases, and a variety of nervous disorders.

Gift of John Martin, M.D.