Leaving a Legacy

"Few people provided better insight into early Cincinnati or had more influence in establishing the cultural and educational pillars of our community than Daniel Drake.  Philip Diller's creative use of Drake's writings will prompt important conversations about Cincinnati for decades to come."

  ~Dan Hurley, Founder, Applied History Associates

“This is … a collection of life lessons on how to be a good physician and an exemplary citizen, that will endure over the centuries, and can be passed on from generation to generation of physicians, teachers, and historians.” 
 
“For anyone particularly interested in medical history, life, and medicine during the 1800s, or the history of Ohio, and Cincinnati specifically, the book will be of particular interest.  Despite the stark contrast of the day-to-day details of what a physician’s life looked like then compared to now, it is impressive how much of Dr Drake’s advice is still applicable today.” ~Alida M. Gertz, MD, MPH, Family Medicine

“As historian Paul Conklin says, ‘History is a tool we use each generation…to help get along in the world…’  Diller’s display of the work of Daniel Drake reveals prophecy, endurance and wisdom.  In a contemporary world of achievement, he sagely forecasts medical education’s need to embody the value of learning, the importance of reflection and mindfulness, well-being, the primacy of accountability though the patient, and the blend of the art and science of medicine.
  ~Amy Bunger, Ph.D, Assistant Designated Institutional Official, UCMC/College of Medicine

“These carefully chosen selections from Dr. Daniel Drake’s extensive writings illustrate the value of his insights for today’s current and future physicians on topics ranging from medical education and practice to civic involvement and personal development.  As a member of Dr. Drake’s extended family, I am pleased to see his timeless wisdom made available for future generations.”

  ~Robert N. Drake, J.D., retired Managing partner, Reese, Pyle, Drake, and Meyer

"For anyone particularly interested in medical history, life, and medicine during the 1800s, or the history of Ohio, and Cincinnati specifically, the book will be of particular interest. For this family physician who also spent a significant amount of time living and working in Ohio, it was fascinating to learn about the in-credibly different path a doctor in the 1800s would have taken to arrive in the profession, compared to our current experience. Despite the stark contrast of the day-to-day details of what a physician’s life looked like then com-pared to now, it is impressive how much of Dr Drake’s advice is still applicable today." ~Family Medicine