Near Fairfield in Rockbridge County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Dr. Ephraim McDowell
The Father of Abdominal Surgery
Photographed By Kathy Walker, October 19, 2009
1. Dr. Ephraim McDowell Marker
Dr. Ephraim McDowell
was born November 11, 1771
The Father of Abdominal Surgery
Beginning medical study in Staunton, Virginia, continuing it in Edinburgh, Scotland, he later received the honorary degree from the University of Maryland. Possessing the highest attributes of the physician and surgeon, he was a pioneer in work which he saved the lives of countless thousands.
Erected 1929 by the Medical Society of Virginia.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Science & Medicine. A significant historical date for this entry is November 11, 1771.
Location. 37° 52.068′ N, 79° 18.614′ W. Marker is near Fairfield, Virginia, in Rockbridge County. Marker is on North Lee Highway (U.S. 11), on the right. Located at a crossover on Route 11 alongside the McDowell's Grave (A-43) and the Red House and the McDowell Family (A-45) markers. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Fairfield VA 24435, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. McDowell's Grave (here, next to this marker); Red House and the McDowell Family (here, next to this marker); Cherry Grove Estate (approx. ¾ mile away); Timber Ridge Church (approx. 3.1 miles away); Liberty Hall Academy
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Photographed By Kathy Walker, October 19, 2009
2. Dr. Ephraim McDowell Marker
Photographed By Kathy Walker, October 19, 2009
3. Dr. Ephraim McDowell Marker
Shown between McDowell's Grave (A 43) and Red House and the McDowell Family (A 45) markers
Photographed By Kathy Walker, October 19, 2009
4. Dr. Ephraim McDowell Marker
Looking west at field behind marker
Credits. This page was last revised on December 27, 2019. It was originally submitted on October 28, 2009, by Kathy Walker of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,049 times since then and 32 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 28, 2009, by Kathy Walker of Stafford, Virginia. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
