The
Doctors Mayo
Around the turn of the century,
Dr. Charlie and Dr. William Mayo organized medical professionals in
a new way to better care for patients. They created a system that
allowed doctors to take the time to thoroughly investigate patient
problems and to quickly and easily get help from other
specialists.
The system was built on the idea that two heads are better than
one and five are even better. It also encouraged a continual search
for better ways of diagnosis and treatment. Patients flocked to the
Mayo’s because of their ability to find answers to their
problems.
To fully enjoy this cache, you should also visit the burial site
of the founders of the Mayo Clinic located in Oakwood Cemetery near
downtown Rochester, MN (East Center St and 7th Ave NE).
The tombstones are located close to each other within the cemetery
at the following coordinates:
William James Mayo: N44 01.600 W092 27.296
Charles Horace Mayo: N44
01.606 W092 27.296
The historic site is placed just off of Mayowood Rd. SW. Take some time to explore the lake
area and dam site. The dam was originally created by Dr. Charlie,
whose historic home sits nearby, so that he and his family may
enjoy lake side living.
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