George McClellan (physician)
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George McClellan was a 19th-century American medical doctor. Born in Woodstock, Connecticut
, he is best known for founding the Jefferson Medical College and the Medical Department of Pennsylvania College. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
in 1819.
Woodstock, Connecticut
Woodstock is a town in Windham County, Connecticut, United States. The population was 7,221 at the 2000 census.-Annual events:*The Woodstock Fair, run by the Woodstock Agricultural Society has been held since 1860. The current President of the Woodstock Fair is Susan Z. Hibbard...
, he is best known for founding the Jefferson Medical College and the Medical Department of Pennsylvania College. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
The Perelman School of Medicine , formerly the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, was founded in 1765, making it the oldest American medical school. As part of the University of Pennsylvania, it is located in the University City section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is widely...
in 1819.
Sources
- George McClellan, MD at Find A Grave