November 30, 2023
Legacy of Dr. Isaac Folsom Explored at Dec. 7 Virtual Lecture by UAMS Historical Research Center
The UAMS Historical Research Center will present “‘To Benefit Permanently Not Only Our College’: Dr. Isaac Folsom and His Enduring Legacy at UAMS” as part of its ongoing Stay-at-Home Lecture series from 7-8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7.
Folsom (1827-1892) practiced in White and Lonoke counties and, upon his death, bequeathed money to the state’s medical school to provide medical care for the poor and indigent population. His contributions to the then-fledgling medical school are still recognized today. The virtual lecture will be presented by Tim Nutt, director of the Historical Research Center.
Join the virtual Stay-at-Home presentation by using this link. If you do not have video capabilities, you can still participate in the presentation by using a telephone and dialing either: (346) 248-7799 or (312) 626-6799. When prompted, enter the Meeting ID: 972 2397 4167.
This presentation is a part of the Stay-at-Home Lecture Series, sponsored by the Society for the History of Medicine and Health Professions. Founded in 1981, the Society supports the mission and activities of the UAMS Historical Research Center, which is charged with preserving the institutional records of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and the history of the health sciences in Arkansas.
Stay-at-Home Lectures are presented from 7-8 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month. Registration is not required for the lectures, which are free and open to the public. All lectures are recorded and uploaded to the Society’s YouTube Channel.
Upcoming lectures include:
- Jan. 4, 2024: “The Other Medical School: A History of the College of Physicians and Surgeons In Little Rock” by Tim Nutt
- Feb. 8: “A Brief History of the Arkansas Medical, Dental, and Pharmaceutical Association” by Tim Nutt
- March 7: “Wayward Girls in Hot Springs” by Janis Percefull