Edward Livingston Trudeau

Edward Livingston Trudeau (1848-1915) was an influential American physician and early pioneer in tuberculosis treatment. He founded the Trudeau Sanatorium in Saranac Lake, New York, which became a renowned medical facility for TB patients. Trudeau emphasized the importance of fresh air, rest, and a healthy diet in the management of the disease, countering the prevailing treatments of the time. His work significantly advanced understanding of tuberculosis and laid the groundwork for modern sanatorium care. Trudeau’s innovative approaches and compassionate care made him a key figure in public health and medical research in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.