Nathan Smith Davis

Nathan Smith Davis Sr., M.D., LLD (January 9, 1817 – June 16, 1904) was a physician who was instrumental in the establishment of the American Medical Association and was twice elected its president. He became the first editor of the Journal of the American Medical Association.

For his son, Dean of the Northwestern University Medical School, see Nathan Smith Davis, Jr.

Nathan Smith Davis, Sr.
Davis two months before his death
Born(1817-01-09)January 9, 1817
near Greene, Chenango County, New York, US
DiedJune 16, 1904(1904-06-16) (aged 87)
Chicago, Illinois, US
Years activefrom 1834
Medical career
ProfessionMedicine
InstitutionsRush Medical College, Mercy Hospital and Medical Center, Northwestern University
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