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Short subject film whose sequence of still images encapsulates the evolution of medical knowledge and practices from Neolithic times to the 20th century. The style is sixties psychedelic, with fast-moving sequences and vivid colors. The still images consist of historical scenes, procedures, and individuals significant to the history of medicine, chiefly Western, but there are a few images from Eastern practices. The only sound is music from "Mass in F Minor" by the Electric Prunes rock group (1968). Produced by staff in the Audio Visual Resources at the School of Medicine at Wake Forest University for educational purposes as well as for photographic research. Although the original 16 mm film is restricted, digital copies are available for viewing. Acquired as part of the History of Medicine Collections at Duke University.

Medical diploma in obstetrics conveyed to Worcester physician Erlin Clarke, from the Lying-In Hospital of Dublin, Ireland, in February 1853. The text of the diploma is in Latin, and bears a red wax seal in a small metal canister on a ribbon. Acquired as part of the History of Medicine Collections at Duke University.