Grover Powers

Grover Powers
Born	(1887-10-10)October 10, 1887 Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Died	November 1, 1964(1964-11-01) (aged 77) New Haven, Connecticut, United States
Nationality	American
Occupation	Pediatrician
Known for	Contributions to pediatrics

Grover Francis Powers (October 10, 1887 – November 1, 1964) was a prominent American pediatrician known for his significant contributions to the field of pediatrics. He was instrumental in advancing pediatric care and education in the United States.

Early Life and Education

Grover Powers was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. He pursued his undergraduate studies at Yale University, where he earned his bachelor's degree. He then attended Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he received his medical degree.

Career

After completing his medical education, Powers began his career at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he worked under the mentorship of renowned pediatricians. He later joined the faculty at Yale School of Medicine, where he became a leading figure in pediatric education and clinical care.

Powers was known for his research in pediatric diseases and his efforts to improve child health care. He published numerous articles and papers on various pediatric topics, contributing to the advancement of medical knowledge in the field.

Contributions to Pediatrics

Grover Powers made several notable contributions to pediatrics, including:

• Development of new treatment protocols for pediatric diseases.
• Advocacy for better child health care policies.
• Establishment of pediatric training programs for medical students and residents.

Legacy

Powers' work had a lasting impact on the field of pediatrics. His dedication to improving child health care and his contributions to medical education have been recognized by various medical institutions and organizations.

Personal Life

Grover Powers was married and had children. He spent his later years in New Haven, Connecticut, where he continued to be active in the medical community until his death in 1964.

See Also

• Pediatrics
• Yale School of Medicine
• Johns Hopkins Hospital