Historical Perspective: Thomas E. Whitesides, Jr.
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Abstract
: Dr. Thomas Whitesides was a pioneer in general orthopedics and spine surgery. He brought the anterior approach to the United States in the management of thoracolumbar trauma, a revolutionary step at the time. At Emory, he taught 100s of residents and fellows using the Socratic method. Dr. Whitesides remains a valuable consultant for complex spine cases to this day.
Medical subject headings
- Orthopedic Surgeons
- Spinal Diseases