2000.1.1355

15-May-91
9 in HIGH x 7 in WIDE
(22.86 cm HIGH x 17.78 cm WIDE)
The Oakland Tribune Collection, the Oakland Museum of California. Gift of ANG Newspapers
2000.1.1355


A portrait of C. Everett Koop, M.D. Surgeon Gernal of the United States, with his arms folded below his chest. He is wearing a business suit and bow tie. His "trademark" goatee is seen head-on in this photo. According to the information printed on the back, "C. EVERETT KOOP HOSTS OWN SERIES OF SPECIALS -- Dr. C. Everett Koop, outspoken former U.S. Surgeon General and pediatric surgeon, hosts his own entertaining and informative series of five one-hour specials, [on a National Broadcasting Company program] each focusing on an important aspect of modern-day health concerns. 'C. Everett Koop, M.D.' addresses a variety of subjects including rising medical costs and inadequate insurance coverage, deficient pediatric care, the skyrocketing increase in sexually-transmitted diseases among teens[,] and the problems of aging. The specials will also address the growing rift between medical practitioners and their patients[,] and Koop's opinion of the future of medicine. 'C. Everett Koop, M.D.' will premiere Tusesday, June 4 (10-11p.m. ..............etc...."

Used: Oakland Tribune

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