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1. Retractors

Creator:: A. Lüer
Published / Created:: 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Image Count:: 1
Description:: Two small Z-shaped retractors.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Medical instruments and Surgical Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Retractors

2. Scalpels and Knives

Creator:: A. Lüer
Published / Created:: 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Image Count:: 2
Description:: Nine assorted scalpels and knives.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Medical instruments and Surgical Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Scalpels and Knives

3. Surgical Instruments

Creator:: A. Lüer
Published / Created:: 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 024
Image Count:: 1
Description:: Four ivory-handled surgical instruments, including a three scalpels of varying sizes, and a finger knife.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Surgical Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Surgical Instruments

4. Surgical Mallet

Creator:: A. Lüer
Published / Created:: 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Image Count:: 1
Description:: Ebony handled mallet
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Medical instruments and Surgical Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Surgical Mallet

5. Tenotome and Chisle

Creator:: A. Lüer
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A tenotome and chisel.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Amputation and Medical instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Tenotome and Chisle

6. Ophthalmological Surgical Kit

Creator:: Amatus Lüer
George Tiemann and Company
Otto and Reynders
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 090
Image Count:: 3
Description:: An ophthalmological surgical kit—housed in a wooden box with red velvet lining. The kit contains a pair of forceps, a pair of scissors, six scalpels, six spikes, four hooks, two scrapers/depressors, two pieces of wire, and two bent nails. Most of the in
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Ophthalmology
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Ophthalmological Surgical Kit

7. Scalpels

Creator:: Amatus Lüer
Published / Created:: 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 019
Image Count:: 1
Description:: Three ivory handled scalpels of varying sizes in a leather covered box lined with silk and velvet.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Surgical Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Scalpels

8. Screw and Pad for Spiral Tourniquet

Creator:: Amatus Lüer
Harvey, Samuel Clark (1886-1953)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 008
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Tourniquet
Description:: The screw, or spiral portion, to a spiral tourniquet, along with the accompanying pad. The canvas belt that would complete the instrument is missing.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: First Aid and Surgical Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Screw and Pad for Spiral Tourniquet

9. Endoscopic Set

Creator:: American Endoscopic Company
Published / Created:: late 19th - early 20th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 090
Image Count:: 1
Description:: This is a partial endoscope set housed in a leather covered box with velvet lined inserts. Included in the set is a single ear speculum (two others appear to be missing, an eye piece in which to attach the speculum, a tongue depressor (its detachable lig
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Endoscopy and ENT
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Endoscopic Set

10. Thermometer

Creator:: Andrew J. Lloyd
Published / Created:: 1900
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 059
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A leather-fitted case containing a thermometer—capable of giving readings in both Celsius and Fahrenheit.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Thermometers
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Thermometer

11. Early Hormones and Biologicals

Creator:: Armour and Company
Streeter, Edward Clark (1874-1947)
Published / Created:: early 20th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 103
Image Count:: 4
Alternative Title:: Kit of Dried Biologicals
Description:: A large folding wallet containing nineteen sealed vials of assorted digestive ferments and additives. All of the vials have paper labels indicating the contents within.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Chemistry and Pharmaceuticals
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Early Hormones and Biologicals

12. Binaural Stethoscopes

Creator:: B-D (Becton Dickinson and Company) Yale
George P. Pilling and Son Company
Published / Created:: 20th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 091
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Stethoscope
Description:: A set of binaural stethoscopes, with detachable parts, including a wooden bell and several pieces of deteriorating rubber.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Cardiology and Pulmonary Medicine
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Binaural Stethoscopes

13. Binocular Microscope

Creator:: Bausch and Lomb
Fulton, John Farquhar (1899-1960)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 098
Image Count:: 1
Description:: John F. Fulton's personal binocular microscope.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Microscopy
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Binocular Microscope

14. Glass Syringes

Creator:: Becton, Dickinson and Company
Published / Created:: 20th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 063
Image Count:: 2
Alternative Title:: Syringes
Description:: An assortment of glass syringes and hypodermic needles.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Syringes
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Glass Syringes

15. Bedford's forceps

Creator:: Bedford, Gunning (1806-1870)
George Tiemann and Company
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 094
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Forceps
Description:: A pair of metal forceps with wooden handles. Gunning Bedford (1806-1870) an American physician, devised a forceps with blades that were lighter and thinner than the blades in previous forceps. The handles included finger rings which gave the operator better traction. O.F. Roler later designed a similar type of forceps.
Subject (Name):: Bedford, Gunning (1806-1870), Bernard Kosto, M.D., and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Bedford's forceps

16. Bedford's forceps

Creator:: Bedford, Gunning (1806-1870)
George Tiemann and Company
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Published / Created:: 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 094
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Forceps
Description:: A pair of metal forceps with wooden handles. Gunning Bedford (1806-1870), an American physician, devised a forceps with blades that were lighter and thinner than the blades in previous forceps. The handles included finger rings which gave the operator better traction. O.F. Roler later designed a similar type of forceps.
Subject (Name):: Bedford, Gunning (1806-1870), Bernard Kosto, M.D., and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Bedford's forceps

17. Cranioclast

Creator:: Beiner, Wien
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 045
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A cranioclast, with blades containing deep serrations and grooves. There appears to be a missing screw mechanism at end of handle. Longer and stronger than Simpson model, craniocalsts were known as skull crushers. Their use was advocated only after all else had failed.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Cranioclast

18. Life mask of John Keats

Creator:: Benjamin Robert Haydon
Cushing, Harvey (1869-1939)
Published / Created:: 1800
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 083
Image Count:: 3
Description:: A plaster life mask of John Keats, by Benjamin Robert Haydon.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Figures
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Life mask of John Keats

19. Fleam

Creator:: Berwick
Published / Created:: early 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 038
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A brass fleam with three steel blades.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Bloodletting and Phlebotomy
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Fleam

20. Sunglasses

Creator:: Bishop, Lottie G.
Fritz and Hawley, Incorporated
Pratt, Q. N. J. (Old Saybrook, CT)
Published / Created:: 20th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 107
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A pair of women's sunglasses in a leather covered, suede lined case. The glasses have plastic frames and consist of a weaker lens prescription.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Ophthalmology and Optometry
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Sunglasses

21. Blot's perforator

Creator:: Blot, Hippolyte
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 049
Image Count:: 1
Description:: This is an instrument for removing a fetus. Hippolyte Blot of Paris designed this perforator for obstructed labor. The points of the blade are like diamond shaped spears. The spring-loaded handle of these perforators facilitates one handed use. After the fetus is perforated, compressing the handle engages the spring, which allows the blades to open and enlarge the perforation.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D., Blot, Hippolyte, and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Blot's perforator

22. Two Stethoscopes Wooden

Creator:: Blumer, George (1872-1962)
Published / Created:: ca. 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 099
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Stethoscope
Description:: There are two wooden stethoscopes; the one on the left is in two parts, with a wooden shaft and an ivory base. The one on the right is made from a single piece of wood.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Stethoscope
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Two Stethoscopes Wooden

23. Surgical instruments kit - General operating set

Creator:: Bradley, William S., MD (New Haven, CT)
George Tiemann and Company
McNeil and Washburn
Published / Created:: 1872
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 054
Image Count:: 7
Description:: A wooden box, contained in a leather slipcase, with brass trim and fitted with purple velvet trays. Included in the set is a lift, a spiral tourniquet, a trephine set, an elevator, a chisel, a retractor, as well as several specific types of knives, saws, forceps, and scalpels. Additionally, a bill of sale and a handwritten list of the set's instruments are included with the piece.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Amputation and Surgical Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Surgical instruments kit - General operating set

24. Dental Kit

Creator:: Bridgeport Hospital, ca. 1968
Published / Created:: ca. late 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Image Count:: 3
Description:: A hinged wooden box, painted red, and lined with velvet. Inside are twenty-three ivory-handled dental tools, along with an additional number of rusty blades, and a large piece of silver foil used for fillings.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Dental Instruments and Dentistry
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Dental Kit

25. Ophthalmoscope and Otoscope

Creator:: Bunting, Charles H., MD (1955)
De Zeng Standard Company
Published / Created:: 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 019
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A combination ophthalmoscope and otoscope. The handle is hollow to hold the batteries; the light bulb fitting screws in at the top of the device, whereas both the ophthalmoscope and otoscope heads attach over this. The device is housed in a leather covered wooden case with velvet lined inserts.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Ophthalmology and Optometry
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Ophthalmoscope and Otoscope

26. Spring Lancet

Creator:: Burr, Hanford M. (Hanford Montrose) (1864-1941)
Published / Created:: 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 038
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A spring lancet with safety catch, including a steel blade and mechanism in non-ferrous case.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Bloodletting and Phlebotomy
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Spring Lancet

27. Pharmaceutical Kit

Creator:: Burroughs Wellcome Company
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 058
Image Count:: 1
Description:: An oval-shaped metal box, containing a Burroughts-Welcome brand syringe and needles, and an assortment of pharmaceuticals
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Pharmaceuticals and Syringes
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Pharmaceutical Kit

28. Eyeglasses

Creator:: C. M. Parker
Richards, Ethel Bradley (New Haven, CT)
Published / Created:: ca. 1900
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 099
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Spectacles
Description:: A pair of copper framed eyeglasses with straight temples and a curved bridge.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Ophthalmology and Optometry
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Eyeglasses

29. Monocular Microscope

Creator:: Carl Zeiss
Published / Created:: early 20th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A brass monocular microscope.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Microscopy
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Monocular Microscope

30. Zeichenapparat Nach Abbe

Creator:: Carl Zeiss
Harrison, Ross G. (Ross Granville), 1870-1959
Published / Created:: late 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 006
Image Count:: 3
Alternative Title:: Camera Lucida
Description:: A camera lucida housed in a leather covered wooden box.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Drawing Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Zeichenapparat Nach Abbe

31. Trial lens set

Creator:: Carmalt, William Henry (1836-1929)
Published / Created:: early 20th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 019
Image Count:: 1
Description:: An incomplete set of trial lenses for visual testing for the bifocal component of an eyeglass prescription, from +0.5 diopters to 3.25 diopters. Each lens measures 2 cm. in diameter, set within a secondary lens measuring about 4 cm. in diameter. The set is housed in a leather covered wooden case, with velvet covered inserts.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Ophthalmology and Optometry
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Trial lens set

32. Simpson's perforator

Creator:: Charles Lentz and Sons
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 049
Image Count:: 1
Description:: This is an instrument for removing a fetus. This perforator is very similar to Smellie perforator but it has thinner and longer shanks. It has a pin lock and works much like a pair of scissors. The existing label reads: 'C. Lentz'.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Simpson's perforator

33. Three Current Chloride of Silver Dry Cell Faradic Battery

Creator:: Chloride of Silver Dry Cell Battery Company
Published / Created:: 1890
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 018
Image Count:: 3
Alternative Title:: Electrotherapy Apparatus
Description:: A pine case that opens from the top. Inside reveals a battery, cables, and conductors. Additionally, the instructions are printed under the lid of the box.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Alternative Medicines and Electrotherapy
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Three Current Chloride of Silver Dry Cell Faradic Battery

34. Amputating and Trepanning Set

Creator:: Codman and Shurtleff
Streeter, Edward Clark (1874-1947)
Published / Created:: 1870
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 022
Image Count:: 6
Description:: A rectangular wooden box made of rosewood and fitted with velvet trays, holding a number of instruments including a trephining set (including two trephines and a brush), a capital saw, an elevator, a Hey's saw, a catling knife, a pair of bone forceps, a spiral tourniquet, a metacarpal saw, a pair of artery forceps, a tenaculum, two amputating knives, and an amputating scalpel.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Amputation and Surgical Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Amputating and Trepanning Set

35. Syringe

Creator:: Codman and Shurtleff Surgical and Dental Instruments
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 058
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A leather-covered wooden box with fitted inserts, inside which contain a syringe, attachable needles, and a powdery substance housed inside a corked vial.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Pharmaceuticals and Syringes
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Syringe

36. Sterling Loving Cup

Creator:: Cushing, Harvey (1869-1939)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Cushing Office
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A small sterling loving cup, upon which is engraved "Little Boar's Head Aug.21, 1907. Won by H.C."
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D., Cushing, Harvey, 1869-1939, and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Awards
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Sterling Loving Cup

37. Anestyl Viel

Creator:: David B. Levy
The Harvey Company
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 040
Image Count:: 2
Alternative Title:: Anesthetic
Description:: A cardboard box containing five portions of amylene chlorate (0 gr. 02; suprarenalextract 0 gr. 010). This is a minor dental and surgical anesthetic. An information sheet is enclosed.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Anesthesia
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Anestyl Viel

38. Embryotomy spoon

Creator:: Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841)
P. H. Schmidt
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 047
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A metal spoon with serrated edge and wood handle; engraved "PH Schmidt". Aid for removing obstructed fetus.London obstetrician David Daniel Davis (1777-1841) prescribed the careful use of these instruments only as a last resort. This spoon has a sharp, small, serrated edge and was probably used in combination with a crochet decapitator.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D., Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841), and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Embryotomy spoon

39. Hodge, Wallace and Davis' forceps

Creator:: Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841)
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 094
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Forceps
Description:: All metal forceps, with a single forge for each handle and blade. The tips of the handle curve outwards. These forceps are combinations of Hodge, Wallace and Davis forceps. All are single forge metal forceps with English locks and hooked handles. David Davis (1777-1841) was a British obstetrician who designed numerous forceps. Hugh Lenox Hodge (1796-1873), a medical graduate of University of Pennsylvania, lectured at Philadelphia Medical Institute for many years before becoming professor of obstetrics at his alma mater. His forceps were based on French forceps. William Wallace (1835-1896) was a British physician who moved to Brooklyn in 1864. He designed forceps of light construction and Hodge-type hooked handles.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D., Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841), Hodge, Hugh Lenox (1796-1873), Wallace, William (1835-1896), and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Hodge, Wallace and Davis' forceps

40. Hodge, Wallace and Davis' forceps

Creator:: Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841)
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 094
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Forceps
Description:: These forceps are combinations of Hodge, Wallace and Davis forceps. All are single forge metal forceps with English locks and hooked handles. David Davis (1777-1841) was a British obstetrician who designed numerous forceps. Hugh Lenox Hodge (1796-1873), a medical graduate of University of Pennsylvania, lectured at Philadelphia Medical Institute for many years before becoming professor of obstetrics at his alma mater. His forceps were based on French forceps. William Wallace (1835-1896) was a British physician who moved to Brooklyn in 1864. He designed forceps of light construction and Hodge-type hooked handles.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D., Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841), Hodge, Hugh Lenox (1796-1873), Wallace, William (1835-1896), and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Hodge, Wallace and Davis' forceps

41. Hodge, Wallace and Davis' forceps

Creator:: Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841)
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 047
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Forceps
Description:: These forceps are combinations of Hodge, Wallace and Davis forceps. All are single forge metal forceps with English locks and hooked handles. David Davis (1777-1841) was a British obstetrician who designed numerous forceps. Hugh Lenox Hodge (1796-1873), a medical graduate of University of Pennsylvania, lectured at Philadelphia Medical Institute for many years before becoming professor of obstetrics at his alma mater. His forceps were based on French forceps. William Wallace (1835-1896) was a British physician who moved to Brooklyn in 1864. He designed forceps of light construction and Hodge-type hooked handles.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D., Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841), Hodge, Hugh Lenox (1796-1873), Wallace, William (1835-1896), and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Hodge, Wallace and Davis' forceps

42. Hodge, Wallace and Davis' forceps

Creator:: Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841)
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 094
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Forceps
Description:: These forceps are combinations of Hodge, Wallace and Davis forceps. All are single forge metal forceps with English locks and hooked handles. David Davis (1777-1841) was a British obstetrician who designed numerous forceps. Hugh Lenox Hodge (1796-1873), a medical graduate of University of Pennsylvania, lectured at Philadelphia Medical Institute for many years before becoming professor of obstetrics at his alma mater. His forceps were based on French forceps. William Wallace (1835-1896) was a British physician who moved to Brooklyn in 1864. He designed forceps of light construction and Hodge-type hooked handles.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D., Davis, David Daniel (1777-1841), Hodge, Hugh Lenox (1796-1873), Wallace, William (1835-1896), and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Hodge, Wallace and Davis' forceps

43. DeVilbiss Atomizer no. 114

Creator:: DeVilbiss Manufacturing Company
Published / Created:: ca. late 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 046
Image Count:: 2
Alternative Title:: Atomizer
Description:: A glass atomizer with a rubber bulb and attachment.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D., DeVilbiss, Allen, MD (1841-1917), and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Atomizer
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > DeVilbiss Atomizer no. 114

44. Ophthalmoscope and Otoscope

Creator:: DeZeng Standard Company
Published / Created:: early 20th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 002
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A combination ophthalmoscope/otoscope, of which is battery operated. The device, including all of its attachments, is housed in a wooden box.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Ophthalmology and Otology
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Ophthalmoscope and Otoscope

45. Dewees' Axis-Traction forceps

Creator:: Dewees, William
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 047
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Forceps
Description:: Axis traction forceps were designed to allow easy transition along the axis of the pelvic plane. An older label included with the device reads "Works best in L.O.A. - Mid Pelvic". William Dewees was from Salinas, Kansas.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D., Dewees, William, and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Dewees' Axis-Traction forceps

46. Microtome

Creator:: Dibella, Biagio (Asst. Admin.)
Sartorius Werke
Published / Created:: early 20th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Image Count:: 2
Description:: A microtome, sans blades, with some tubing.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Medical instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Microtome

47. Forceps

Creator:: Dieeo-Moore Instrument Company
Thoms, Herbert (1885-1972)
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 045
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A pair of metal forceps. An old label found with the device reads "Swartz (St. Louis)".
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical and Gynecological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Forceps

48. Assorted Syringes and Needles

Creator:: Direct Sales Company, Incorporated
Luer-Kaufman
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 058
Image Count:: 1
Description:: Two Luer-Kaufman brand syringes with attachable needles, as well as two additional packages of needles. A package of gauze pads are included, as well.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Syringes
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Assorted Syringes and Needles

49. Homeopathy Kit

Creator:: Dr. J. B. Terry
Terry, J. B. (Hartford, CT)
Published / Created:: ca. mid-late 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 060
Image Count:: 2
Description:: A leather covered case containing thirty-one vials, each corked and containing a small label indicating the contents within.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Apothecaries and Homeopathy
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Homeopathy Kit

50. Civil War-era Medicine Case

Creator:: Dr. Steiner
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 063
Image Count:: 2
Alternative Title:: Medical Kit
Description:: A Civil War-era medicine case, once owned by Dr. Lewis H. Steiner, who was the Chief Director of the Sanitary Commission of the Army of the Potomac. The case consists of ten compartments, each with a paper label identifying the contents.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D., Steiner, Lewis Henry, MD (1827-1892), and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Civil War and Pharmaceuticals
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Civil War-era Medicine Case

51. Doctor's Sign

Creator:: Dr. Tully
Published / Created:: 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 010
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A brass sign which reads "Dr. Tully".
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Signage
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Doctor's Sign

52. Acme Dilator and Intra Uterine syringe

Creator:: Dr. W. Molesworth
Published / Created:: June 2, 1885
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 058
Image Count:: 1
Description:: Dr. Molesworth's combination Acme Dilator and Intra-Uterine Syringe, as noted in the directions on the bottom of the box (not pictured). A covered wooden case with purple velvet-lined inserts that hold a syringe and a number of attachments.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Obstetrical Instruments and Urologic Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Acme Dilator and Intra Uterine syringe

53. Nipple Shields

Creator:: Dr. Wansbrough
Published / Created:: 1843
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 099
Image Count:: 1
Description:: Two metal shields, designed to provide relief to a nursing mother.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Breastfeeding
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Nipple Shields

54. Thomas Hemocytometer

Creator:: E. (Ernst) Leitz Company
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 001
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Hemocytometer
Description:: A Thomas Hemocytomer housed in a leather covered wooden box with velvet inserts. Inside the box are two glass pipettes with rubber tubing attached, as well as a microscope slide in which to investigate the collected contents.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Laboratory Equipment
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Thomas Hemocytometer

55. Circumcision set

Creator:: E. L. Washburn and Company
Published / Created:: 1870
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A leather-covered box fitted with purple velvet inserts. Inside is a double edged knife with an ivory handle and a circumcision shield.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Circumcision and Surgery
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Circumcision set

56. Laryngoscope reflector and headband

Creator:: E. L. Washburn and Company
Nadler, Alfred G.
Published / Created:: late 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 021
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Head Mirror
Description:: A reflective headband with a glass-fronted mirror and a grey metal cover. The back of the mirror, as well as the headband, are both black in color.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Otolaryngology
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Laryngoscope reflector and headband

57. Pocket Surgical Wallet

Creator:: E. L. Washburn and Company
Published / Created:: late 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Image Count:: 2
Description:: A leather folding wallet containing several pairs of forceps, a pair of catheters, a bullet scoop, a probe director and probes, and a tenotome.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Surgical Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Pocket Surgical Wallet

58. Syringe and needles

Creator:: E. L. Washburn and Company
Published / Created:: 19th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Image Count:: 1
Description:: A large syringe with a number of needles in a fitted, silk-lined box.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Syringes
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Syringe and needles

59. Urethral Sounds Kit

Creator:: E. L. Washburn and Company
Published / Created:: early 20th century
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 020
Image Count:: 1
Description:: An incomplete set of urethral sounds housed in a wooden box.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Urological Instruments
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Urethral Sounds Kit

60. Van Buren-style Urethral Sounds

Creator:: E. L. Washburn and Company
Eliot, Gustavus, MD (Yale, A.B. 1877)
Forbes, Mrs. William A.
Collection Title:: Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:: Box 090
Image Count:: 1
Alternative Title:: Urethral Sounds
Description:: Housed in a wooden tray lined with velvet is a set of eight Van Buren-style urethral sounds, labeled with French, American, and English sizes.
Subject (Name):: Bernard Kosto, M.D. and Yale University. School of Medicine.
Subject (Topic):: Urology
Found in:: Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Van Buren-style Urethral Sounds