Claude Moore Health Sciences Library
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Charlottesville, Virginia 22908-0722
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Historical Collections & Services, Claude Moore Health Sciences Library
Administrative Information
Conditions Governing Use
Copyright restrictions may apply to some materials.
Conditions Governing Access
No known access restrictions.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated by Louise Strauss in March 2019; Transferred to the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library by Robert Chevalier in June 2019.
Biographical / Historical
José Strauss received his M.D. from the University of Buenos Aires Medical School in Argentinia, in 1955. He completed pediatrics fellowships at the State University of New York in Brooklyn and Columbia University and served on the faculty at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles. In 1971, he began a long tenure at the University of Miami, where he served as a Professor of Pediatrics and Director of Pediatric Nephrology from 1971-2006. Dr. Strauss was also the Chairman of the University of Miami's Pediatric Nephrology Seminars from 1974-2006. Throughout his career, he received many international awards and honors and published widely on topics related to pediatric nephrology. In 2006, Dr. Strauss was the recipient of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Henry L. Barnett, M.D. Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions in the field of pediatric nephrology. Dr. Strauss passed away in 2017.
Scope and Contents
The bulk of the collection relates to the Pediatric Nephrology Seminars which José Strauss chaired at the University of Miami from 1974-2006. Other materials include a curriculum vitae and biographical sketch of José Strauss, a memorial photo book, awards and certificates, and publications. Also present are several items related to the acclaimed Mexican pediatric nephrologist Gustavo Gordillo Paniagua (1923-2012). 7 books belonging to José Strauss were also donated with his papers, these will be cataloged into the rare books collection at the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library. See the Related Materials note for a list of these works.
Container List
1 photo print from the 2004 Pediatric Nephrology Seminar at Miami Beach; 1 photo print of the cover of National Nephrologist, featuring José Strauss.
"Looking Ahead from Santiago 1930 to Miami 2015, with long stops in Buenos Aires, The Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Los Angeles, and short stops world wide." Photo book created by Louise Strauss and Sally B. Philips.
Copies of introductions and dedications written by José Strauss for various professional publications. Compiled by Louise Strass and Sally B. Philips in 2018.
"Efectos de la Prednisolona sabre la bacteriuria cuantitativa y el recuento de addis-hamburger" by J. Grünberg et al. (1969). Reprint is signed by Grünberg to Gustavo Gordillo Paniagua.
Cover inscription by Gustavo Gordillo Paniagua referencing a J. Grünberg article on p. 479.
Includes additonal inserts: "Pediatric Electrocardiography and Vectorcardiography: A Pimer" by Marian E. Gallaher, M.D. and "Standard Nomenclature Common Diseases and Codes"
Brochures or flyers containing Pediatric Nephrology Seminar program schedule, speakers, and other information.
Brochures or flyers containing Pediatric Nephrology Seminar program schedule, speakers, and other information.
Brochures or flyers containing Pediatric Nephrology Seminar program schedule, speakers, and other information.
Final report to program director, with supplemental materials: program attendance, course evaluations, journal advertising, faculty disclosure, educational support, and income statement.
Final report to program director, with supplemental materials: program attendance, course evaluations, journal advertising, faculty disclosure, educational support, and income statement.
Attendee lists, seminar flyers, program evaluations, and speaker forms (faculty disclosures).
Spiral bound syllabus containing program schedule, presentation abstracts, slides, notes, and reference lists.
Spiral bound syllabus containing program schedule, presentation abstracts, slides, notes, and reference lists. Includes program dedication to Henry Barnett, M.D.
Spiral bound syllabus containing program schedule, presentation abstracts, slides, notes, and reference lists.
Spiral bound syllabus containing program schedule, presentation abstracts and slides.
Spiral bound syllabus containing program schedule, presentation abstracts and slides.
Bound typescript syllabus from the Children's Hospital of Mexico, inscribed to José Strauss and signed by Gustavo Gordillo Paniagua.
Bound typescript syllabus from the Children's Hospital of Mexico by Dr. Gustavo Gordillo Paniagua; inscribed to José Strauss and signed by Gustavo Gordillo Paniagua.