An introductory discourse, to a course of lectures on the theory and practice of physic : containing observations on the inductive system of prosecuting medical inquiries ; and a tribute to the memory of the late Dr. Benjamin Rush ; delivered at the College of Physicians and Surgeons, on the third of November, 1813 / by David Hosack.

  • Hosack, David, 1769-1835.
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1813
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Credit: An introductory discourse, to a course of lectures on the theory and practice of physic : containing observations on the inductive system of prosecuting medical inquiries ; and a tribute to the memory of the late Dr. Benjamin Rush ; delivered at the College of Physicians and Surgeons, on the third of November, 1813 / by David Hosack. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    New-York, December 6, 1813. Sir, The great satisfaction which wai universally expressed, on the delivery of the Discourse introductory to your course of Lectures on the Theory and Practice of Physic, in the College of Physicians and Surgeons, as well as the excellent eulogy it contained on that ornament of the profession, the illustrious Benjamin Rush, have induced the Medical and Surgical Society of the University of the State of New-York to appoint us a committee to request a copy of the same for publication. Your consent will confer a favour oot only on the Society, by whose authority we have the honour to act, but on every cultivator of medicine, and every lover of general science. With due respect, we are, Sir, Your obedient servants, JOHN SCUDDER, WILLIAM F. QUITMAN To David Hosack, M. D. New-York, Decemrer 6, 1813. Gentlemen, I receive with emotions of great sensibility and gratitude, the flattering resolution which you have conveyed from the Medical and Surgical Society of the University of the State of New-York. My respect for that institution induces a compliance on my part with their request. I must be permitted, however, to observe, that the merit which they have assigned to that discourse, is chiefly to be ascribed to the very important subjects to which it relates; especially, the memory of that distinguished physician, the late Dr Benjamin Rush, whose services to our profession must ever awaken an interest in the bosom of every pupil and practitioner of medicine. I am, Gentlemen, With sentiments of esteem and respect, Yours, DAVID HOSACK. To Mr. John Scodder, and Mr. Wm. F. Qcitmajj, Committee, fee