Appendix
History of Cleveland Clinic: A Timeline
1891
Dr. George Crile, Sr., and Dr. Frank Bunts combine their resources to buy the surgical practice of the late Dr. Frank Weed.
1895
Dr. William Lower joins the growing practice.
1914–1918
Dr. Crile, Dr. Bunts, and Dr. Lower go overseas to serve in military hospitals during World War I. Inspired by military teamwork, they make plans to found a new kind of medical center in Cleveland when the war is over.
1921
Dr. Crile, Dr. Bunts, Dr. Lower, and a new partner (also a military veteran), Dr. John Phillips, open Cleveland Clinic as a not-for-profit multispecialty group care organization to provide patient care, research, and education. Dr. William Mayo delivers the keynote address at the dedication ...
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