Abstract: Dermatology deals with the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases Diagnosis sometimes depends of laboratory aids to confirm clinical impressions Microscopic changes can be recognized to help determine the management and treatment of dermatoses The understanding of the physiology of the skin and the diagnosis of skin conditions and diseases are necessary for the dermatologist Treatment methods are more diversified than in any other medical specialty There are internal medications such as antibacterial antifungal antihistamines hormones sedatives and injectable medications Topical therapy uses lotions ointments soaps and compresses Other treatments include physical therapy ultraviolet light xray and radium therapy cryotherapy and surgery The influence of professors and teachers is very important in guiding students into the various aspects of medicine In fact the teachers must be constantly learning as postgraduates to keep up with the latest developments to stay in touch with their students Entering the field of dermatology requires the completion of a premed program then medical school and then an internship in dermatology and an additional 3year program in the specialized career
Date Published: 1955-11-12
Abstract: Dr Vail Director of the New York Historical Society looking at common items of daily use weaves a historical story as he reconstructs life of the past He describes the economic history by comparing a sign from the Niantic toll bridge that had been used twice over a period of time He also shows old stagecoach posters New York and Erie Railroad and the Victor dog advertisements and Yellow Kid comics Dr Vail recounts two stories of how historical materials from libraries were used to solve law cases He also discusses how he assisted author Kenneth Roberts acquire authentic details in his research for the historical fiction novel Rabble in Arms He notes that Chancellor Robert R Livingstons papers were recently discovered including Napoleons authorization for the Louisiana Purchase Showing examples Dr Vail illustrates how historical pictures portraits and magazines are also useful to researchers Of note is the album of August Edouard silhouettes recently acquired by a Baltimore collector Mr Poole presents Dr Vail with childrens items from his youth and a threepart mold Pennsylvania Dutch pitcher from his wifes family to add to the collection This is the last program in the career series
Date Published: 1956-05-29
Abstract: The early Egyptians devised medications that are similar to drugs that are used today In Arabia medical science began to shed the superstitions that had crept into medical ideas in the medieval period Dr Purdum director of pharmacy at Johns Hopkins University Hospital is responsible for administration research and acquiring drugs for the hospital and seeing that they are prepared and distributed properly to the patients Good pharmacists must be dedicated to accuracy and keep up with the latest developments in medical science Pharmacy requires a 4year college program that will become a 5year program by 1960
Date Published: 1955-10-22
Abstract: The Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore Maryland is shown as a good example of a large urban public library system Acquisitions cataloging circulation and reference functions are discussed as librarians and other library staff help patrons James Dickson a librarian at the Pratt Library says that libraries contain much more than books as he shows maps films records and other materials He talks about his educational background and what led him into librarianship A good general college education followed by a masters degree in library science is needed to beome a librarian
Date Published: 1955-10-15
Abstract: Chester Henry assistant chief engineer in charge of construction for the Pennsylvania Railroad discusses railroad facelifting for both trains and tracks He comments that a railroad is never complete because of its responsibility to change in industry Mr Henry explains the car classification operation at Conway Yard near Pittsburgh and a film further elaborates on the process including the role of the hump conductor Railroad engineers must see the overall picture to construct a line with minimum cost and maximum efficiency For example they must find the best route by using aerial photography Film clips show techniques developed by engineers to unload shipments of foreign ore onto railroad cars Electronic and mechanical engineers also develop new railway technology such as track safety features maintain rolling stock as at the Hollidaysburg PA freight car repair shop and design experimental passenger cars such as the stainless steel Budd cars and the GM Aerotrain Carl Bergman notes that inspecting and maintaining track and allied structures acquaints railroad engineers in training with all aspects of the job even though most maintenance jobs are now mechanized He explains the composition and construction of a track and narrates a film showing a machine that detects defects in the rail and other maintenance equipment Both men recommend that interested high school students take math and general science courses followed by a college degree in engineering There are about 172 different railroad job classifications including positions in the clerical and accounting departments for women
Date Published: 1956-05-15
Abstract: Lynn Poole discusses the trends in demand for college graduates and the current increased need for graduates in engineering chemistry and physics J Lyon Rogers Jr of the Johns Hopkins University Placement Bureau lists employment statistics and describes how campus recruitment brings together employers and prospective employees Clayton Hill with the Employee Relations Department of DuPont Co gives a typical employment interview to Hopkins senior John D Sutherland Lynn Poole talks with 1956 graduating seniors C Robert Nicoll Edward K Hahn and Richard C McShane about their job searches number of interviews and professional and military futures Chemical engineering graduates James L Hockenberry Jr and James A Halloran talk to Poole about their chances for success and how they are more interested in a satisfying job than its salary Student Robert B Burgess Jr points out that by signing with a firm before going into the military his seniority in the company accrues while hes in the service Senior John W Leonard Jr notes that the average salary for engineers like him is $400425 per month Poole asks William H Schwarz and Harry N Keller two students receiving doctoral degrees in chemical engineering about the time required to get their degrees and the fields and opportunities now available to them Finally Poole interviews Ali Arman a graduating aeronautics student from Istanbul Turkey who must become a US citizen before he can be hired by a US business
Date Published: 1956-05-22
Abstract: The topic of this program is the use of forensic medicine in scientific crime detection A film shows Dr Russell S Fisher lecturer in forensic medicine at Johns Hopkins University and chief medical examiner for the state of Maryland at work in his lab He is assisted by a team consisting of a secretary chemists a photographic specialist doctors police and specialists in the physical sciences In dealing with crimes of violence or mysterious death Dr Fisher asks Who is the victim Is it murder or suicide When did it happen How did it happen Who did it He shows a photo of a charred body and explains when and how the death occurred and the importance of an autopsy and a postmortem examination Dr Fisher compares blood samples and explains how they are used by a courtroom doctor to exonerate or convict the accused Using sketches from Lynn Pooles book Science the Super Sleuth Dr Fisher describes what he looks for in knifing murders He also tells the case of the arsenic in the pancake flour and demonstrates how the presence of arsenic was confirmed Lynn Poole shows snapshots of Dr Fisher as a student in the toxicology lab at Georgia Tech as well as photos from throughout his career in forensic medicine Dr Fisher says that this career is different and challenging every day and that there are many opportunities for medical examiners and other trained specialists with salaries from $1700020000
Date Published: 1955-10-08
Abstract: Lynn Poole describes what archaeologists do and why Dr William F Albright explains how to determine the age of an object by datable style and carbon14 testing He then shows slides and diagrams of the Hajar bin Humeid mounds in south Arabia As authenticator of the Dead Sea Scrolls Dr Albright discusses authentication methods for writings and scripts such as comparing changes in the Hebrew alphabet and dated documents of the same period Lastly he describes qualities required for becoming an archaeologist
Date Published: 1956-01-07
Abstract: Librarian James Dickson of the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore Maryland displays library resources that supplement the books magazines documents maps 16mm films phonograph records sheet music pamphlets microfilm and pictures Director Amy Winslow heads a staff of 472 working in Pratts main library 27 branches and 2 mobile units A film shows and describes professional librarians performing various duties a page boys activities the circulation desk with photographic charger the ready reference desk catalogers acquisitions preparations department print shop childrens department art studio and branch library functions Mr Dickson tells Lynn Poole that hes a librarian because he likes to help people to exercise his resourcefulness and to perform worthwhile social work He says the qualifications of a good librarian should include curiosity orderliness enjoyment and understanding of books good eyesight and wellsprung arches The Johns Hopkins University librarian John Berthel broadly explains his duties and the appeal of working in a large research library He says that many of the job qualifications are the same as those for a public librarian but also adds interest in one or more subject fields knowledge of foreign languages business management skills good judgment and a sense of humor Mr Dickson notes that the education requirements to become a librarian include a college degree in liberal arts and a year of graduate library training Mr Berthel points out that there are four groups of libraries public college and research elementary and secondary and industrial or business Prospects for jobs in librarianship including parttime work for high school or college students are good as educational institutions increase
Date Published: 1956-10-14
