Harrison, Preston Ershell, 1911-1975

Physician, educator, lecturer and a pioneer in the mental health field. Born in Cass County, Texas, in 1911. Received degrees from East Texas State University, University of Texas, Baylor College of Medicine and University of Chicago. Served as Chief Administrator at the State Hospital in Big Spring, Texas, from 1953 to 1975 and instituted many changes in the treatment of the mentally ill. Was active in the American Psychiatric Association and the American Medical Association. Published several medical articles and co-authored a book, "Special Problems in Rehabilitation" in 1975. Died in 1975 in Big Spring, Texas.

From the description of Papers, 1922-1977. (Texas Tech University). WorldCat record id: 24617845