Eli Todd | |
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Personal details | |
Born | New Haven, Connecticut | July 22, 1769
Died | November 17, 1833 | (aged 64)
Resting place | Old North Cemetery Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut 41°27′21″N 72°24′36″W / 41.4557°N 72.4100°W |
Spouse | Rachel Hills |
Dr. Eli Todd (July 22, 1769 – November 17, 1833)[1][2] was a pioneer in the treatment of the mentally ill. His efforts in the medical field of mental care and smallpox treatment had a significant impact on not only the residents of his town, Farmington, Connecticut, but contributed to the establishment of high standards for the rest of the newly formed nation.