Lunsford Pitts Yandell
1805–1878 (age 73)
Biography
Lunsford Pitts Yandell was a pioneer in American medical education whose teachings inspired generations of physicians. As a founding member of several medical schools and a prolific author, he sought to elevate the standards of medical practice and to share hard-won knowledge with students across the region.
He also played a vital role in civic institutions, bringing his scientific mind to the betterment of public health and the well-being of his community, leaving behind a legacy of care and scholarship.