William Fisher Norris: A Philadelphia ophthalmologist
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In 1870, William Fisher Norris returned from studies abroad to find himself at the forefront of new developments in American ophthalmology. Recognition of the specialty was just beginning and Norris was named Professor of Ophthalmology in the department just established at the University of Pennsylvania. Norris was well-qualified for the job. As a member of a prominent Philadelphia family he had the right connections. He was dedicated to the science of ophthalmology and to medical education. He was a born leader, bending his efforts toward the development of a new department, and recruiting a faculty all dedicated to the creation of a new and better specialty.
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