Brooklyn Academy of Pediatrics Minutes

Historical Note

The Brooklyn Academy of Pediatrics was founded by a group of Brooklyn-based physicians in 1933 for the purpose of scientific exchange. Members and representatives of Pediatric departments of major hospitals and medical schools, both in New York and beyond, were invited to present and discuss their research.

Collection Description

Scope and Content

The collection is largely comprised of the minutes of the Council and general meetings. Treasurer's reports, printed programs, and accounts of correspondence are also included.

Arrangement of Collection

In four volumes, arranged chronologically: council minutes, 1933-1942; program meetings, 1933-1950; council meetings - programs, 1943-1950; and dinner meetings and council minutes, 1951-1956.

Administrative Info

Requests for permission to quote from or publish any materials should be directed to the reference librarian or curator in writing.

Preferred Citation

Minutes of the Brooklyn Academy of Pediatrics. The Drs. Barry and Bobbi Coller Rare Book Reading Room, New York Academy of Medicine Library.

Provenance

Donated by the Brooklyn Academy of Pediatrics.

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