His Persona
- He was an astute diagnostician, an inspirational teacher, a real-life pied piper and beloved figure to all who met him
- He seemed to possess boundless energy, with a quick athletic step, an engaging personal presence, an innate charm that would win over all who’d meet him; all accomplished with genuine humility and without any manner of self importance.
- Also had the special gift of relating well to children who would flock to him and were delighted not only by his company, but by his written cards and correspondence
- He opened his home to medical students and house-officers who became known as “latchkeyers”, since he’d give them keys to his front door so they could have unlimited access to his personal medical library
- He was a passionate advocate for physicians as well as patients
