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The Early Years -- Learning Medicine Like Boys on a Farm
1863-1880s
"We Came Along in Medicine Like Boys on a Farm"
For the young Mayo brothers, medicine was part of their daily lives.
1877
An Early Learning Experience
At 16, William Mayo accompanies his father to perform an autopsy.
1883
Dr. Will Writes Home from Medical School
A letter from William J. Mayo to his sister.
1883-1888
Graduation and First Surgery
Dr. William J. Mayo receives his M.D. degree and returns to Rochester to join his father.
1884
From Old Dr. Will to Young Dr. Will
Transition from father to sons.