William Henry Welch

William Henry Welch was a pioneering American physician and scientist, born in 1850, known for founding the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He helped establish modern medical education and research by promoting rigorous scientific standards. Welch emphasized the importance of combining clinical practice with laboratory science, shaping the way doctors are trained today. His leadership in developing medical institutions and promoting medical research earned him the title "Father of American Medicine." Throughout his career, he worked tirelessly to improve healthcare and medical knowledge, leaving a lasting impact on medicine in the United States.