Loma Linda University - Priorities Yearbook (Loma Linda, CA)

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In Biochemistry the prospective doctor gains con- cepts of the chemical reactions which underly the physiological processes ofthe human body. He is thus enabled to appreciate the relationships which exist between normal functions and disturbances which cause pathology, and to more fully comprehend pro- cedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Here he is given the first opportunity to check his own body functions. He proudly analyzes specimens of his own blood and urine, he tests the efficiency of his liver and diagnoses the condition of his kidneys. Here the first taste of being a real doctor is realized. Freshmen in the lecture amphitheutre Dr. Mortensen suggests a better way of solving u 'problem

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Raymond A. Mortensen, Ph.D., Professor of Biochemistry 22 A lasses under Dr. Raymond A. Mortensen, head of the Department of Biochemistry, are among the unforgettable experiences of the medical student at CME. Long after he has 'Forgotten many of the facts of Biochemistry, the student recalls with appre- ciation the well-planned character of Dr. Mortensen's lecture, the simplicity and clarity of his explanations of complicated physiochemical reactions, and the sys- tematic arrangement of even the minutest details of the laboratory procedures under his direction. All this, coupled with the inspiration that comes from his con- secrated life, has won for Dr. Mortensen a place in the hearts of all whom he has instructed. M. I. Frederiksen, a landmark to alumni, has assisted in the laboratory for twenty-five years

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5' 2 Kenneth E. Kellogg, Associate Professor of Physiology, watchesiwhile u student learns about vital capacity by the practical method PHlSlllllllil hysiology is a basic science which the student of medicine must master to understand the normal functions of body organs and to analyze alterations which occur as the result of disease. Freshmen approach this course with trepiclation which is not diminished by thumbing through Best and Taylor's classic textbook of 1,900 pages. How- ever, Dr. Kenneth E. Kellogg, associate'Professor of Medicine and head of the department, proves himself to be the student's friend in the classroom as well as out by changing the complicated ramifications of 24 science into challenging, inspiring, and pleasant ad- ventures in learning. His genial nature, quick wit, and readiness to aid the struggler assist in clarifying such topics as aviation physiology, kidney function, the cardiac cycle, and even human relations. At least one day during the year a visitor to the laboratory would be tempted to take up any profes- sion other than medicine. On this occasion he would see Dr. Kellogg hand each student a stomach tube with the admonition, lt is best to have someone help you, in case your courage fails he can keep pushing.