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Theodore Kenneth Lawless (1892-1971)

Theodore Kenneth Lawless (1892-1971)

by Zeytun Ahmed | Jul 21, 2021 | African American History, People

Theodore Kenneth “T.K.” Lawless, MD was an internationally-known dermatologist who helped pioneer techniques to treat syphilis and was one of the first doctors to treat cancer with radium. A millionaire, Dr. Lawless built his wealth over decades and was recognized for...

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