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Luther Lochman von Wedekind (1864 – November 24, 1935) was medical director for the United States Navy. He was
Luther Lochman von Wedekind (1864 – November 24, 1935) was medical director for the United States Navy. He was Commander
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of the hospital ship ''Solace
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Biography
He was born in 1864 and graduated from Columbia University Medical School in 1886. He died ofmyocarditis
Myocarditis, also known as inflammatory cardiomyopathy, is an acquired cardiomyopathy due to inflammation of the heart muscle. Symptoms can include shortness of breath, chest pain, decreased ability to exercise, and an irregular heartbeat. The ...
on November 24, 1935.
References
1864 births 1935 deaths Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons alumni {{US-mil-bio-stub