Wylie G. Woodruff

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Wylie Glidden Woodruff (1866–1930) was an American physician and medical educator known for his contributions to the field of medicine. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1889.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Woodruff was born on November 2, 1866, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended the Central High School in Philadelphia and later enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania, where he received his B.A. in 1886 and his M.D. in 1889.

Career[edit | edit source]

After graduating, Woodruff joined the faculty of the University of Pennsylvania as an instructor in pathology. He was promoted to assistant professor in 1892 and to full professor in 1896. He served as the chair of the department of pathology from 1896 to 1927.

Woodruff's research focused on the pathogenesis of infectious diseases, and he made significant contributions to the understanding of tuberculosis and pneumonia. He was also known for his work in medical education, advocating for a more integrated approach to teaching and learning in medicine.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Woodruff's contributions to medicine and medical education have been widely recognized. The Wylie G. Woodruff Laboratory of Pathology at the University of Pennsylvania is named in his honor.

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