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Anny Elston papers

 Collection
Identifier: WM-1994-X-010
Overview

Anny Elston (1895-1975), a German born and trained pediatrician, immigrated to the United States in 1941 due to the "Racial Laws" in Nazi Germany. After obtaining her New York State Medical License in 1942, she began practicing medicine in New York City until retiring in 1972. The Anny Elston papers include information regarding Dr. Elston's medical credentials and continuing education, her medical practice in New York City, and patient records.

Dates: 1918 - 1976; Majority of material found within 1944 - 1972

Marion Craig Potter, M.D. papers

 Collection
Identifier: WM-138
Overview Dr. Marion Craig Potter was a physician, philanthropist, and suffrage activist who is known for her advocacy for women in the medical field. Born on September 14, 1863 in Churchville, New York to a respected family of doctors, Dr. Potter carried on her family craft and graduated from the University of Michigan Medical Department in 1884. After graduation she started and operated a large practice in Rochester, New York. Dr. Potter worked as a physician at both her personal practice and at the...
Dates: 1882 - 1942; Majority of material found within 1906 - 1922