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Advancing Cultural Standards: The Proposal for an Indian Medical School at Talihina

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Advancing Cultural Standards: The Proposal for an Indian Medical School at Talihina

Mr. Folsom Scott proposed the establishment of a medical school at the Talihina Indian Hospital, but the Public Health Service determined it was not feasible due to complexity and cost. They suggested training opportunities for Indian people in health professions at established professional colleges. Congressman Carl Albert acknowledged Mr. Scott's ideas and also addressed his concerns regarding land acquisition in Haskell County for a bird and fowl habitat.

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Title: Advancing Cultural Standards: The Proposal for an Indian Medical School at Talihina

Component Unique Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_63_15_0007

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Begin: 1967-03-02

Scope and Content: Mr. Folsom Scott proposed the establishment of a medical school at the Talihina Indian Hospital, but the Public Health Service determined it was not feasible due to complexity and cost. They suggested training opportunities for Indian people in health professions at established professional colleges. Congressman Carl Albert acknowledged Mr. Scott's ideas and also addressed his concerns regarding land acquisition in Haskell County for a bird and fowl habitat.

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Number: 8

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Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center | University of Oklahoma https://www.ou.edu/carlalbertcenter