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December 13, 1809

On This Date in TWISTED-HISTORY.com! in 1809, Ephraim McDowell performed the first abdominal surgery in Danville, KY on 46 year old Jane Todd Crawford. On December 13, 1809 Dr. McDowell was called to the home of Mrs. Crawford and he quickly diagnosed her with an ovarian tumor, in effect giving her a death sentence. She … Continue reading

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