Thomas Morgan Rotch

1849–1914 (age 65)

Physician

Biography

Thomas Morgan Rotch was a physician whose dedication to pediatric medicine helped shape the care of children in both hospital wards and academic halls. His work as a teacher and clinician emphasized compassion and close attention to the needs of families facing illness.

Colleagues remembered him for the calm authority with which he guided younger physicians and for the thoughtful contributions he made to medical education and the wellbeing of children.