Sims, J. Marion (James Marion), 1813-1883

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1813-01-25

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1883-11-13

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James Marion Sims (1813-1883) was a surgeon and gynecologist who conducted experimental surgical procedures on enslaved women during the 1840s in Alabama. He later played a role in founding the Woman's Hospital (now a division of St. Luke's Hospital) in New York, N.Y.

From the guide to the J. Marion Sims Papers, 1835-1884, (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Library. Southern Historical Collection.) From the description of J. Marion Sims Letters. 1858-1859; 1880-1881. (Medical University of South Carolina Library). WorldCat record id: 18932255

New York gynecologist.

From the description of Papers, 1860-1867 and undated. (Duke University). WorldCat record id: 35359408

James Marion Sims (1813-1883) was a surgeon noted for his pioneer work in gynecology and cancer operations and for his part in founding the Woman's Hospital (now a division of St. Luke's Hospital) in New York City.

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Cancer

Diphtheria

Genital Diseases, Female

Gynecologic Surgical Procedures

Gynecology

Gynecology

Medicine

Ovarian cysts

Ovarian diseases

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Surgeons

Uterine Diseases

Women

Women's Health

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Alabama

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New York

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France

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Mount Meigs (Ala.)

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United States

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