Edward E. Holloway facts for kids
Edward Estis Holloway (born June 12, 1908 – died April 8, 1993) was a famous heart doctor, also known as a cardiologist, from Philadelphia. He was also the last person to be elected as the city's coroner, an official who investigates deaths.
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About Edward Holloway
Edward Holloway was born in Philadelphia in 1908. His father, Daniel Holloway, was also a doctor. At that time, very few African Americans were doctors. When Edward was a boy, he often went with his father as he visited patients in Southwest Philadelphia, sometimes even riding on horseback!
Early Life and Education
Edward followed in his father's footsteps. After finishing high school at Central High School and then attending Howard University, he decided to become a doctor too. He completed his medical training at Freedman's Hospital in Washington, D.C.. In 1937, he returned to his hometown of Philadelphia and opened his own medical office in North Philadelphia.
A Career in Medicine
Edward Holloway quickly became known as one of the best doctors in his field. Even without extra formal training after medical school, he earned a special certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in 1946. This showed he was a highly skilled doctor.
Becoming a Heart Doctor
In 1950, Edward Holloway made history. He became only the second Black doctor ever chosen to join the American College of Physicians, a very important group for doctors. Then, in 1955, he was the very first person ever elected to the American Board of Cardiovascular Diseases. This meant he was recognized as a top expert in treating heart and blood vessel problems.
Leading Hospitals
Dr. Holloway also taught medicine. He started as an instructor at Women's Medical College and later became a clinical associate professor, meaning he taught medical students and helped them learn. He was also known as a great speaker at medical conferences, sharing his knowledge with other doctors. He served as the main doctor in charge, called the chief of staff, at Frederick Douglass Memorial Hospital. He continued this role at its new hospital, Mercy-Douglass Hospital.
Public Service: City Coroner
In 1953, Edward Holloway decided to run for a public office. He ran for Philadelphia city coroner as a Republican and won the election. However, he never actually got to start the job. The Democratic-controlled City Council changed how several city jobs worked, including the coroner's office. They made these jobs civil service positions, which are not elected. Dr. Holloway and another official tried to keep their elected jobs by going to court, but they were not successful.
Later Life and Legacy
Dr. Holloway continued his medical career for many years. He practiced medicine until 1991, when he retired. Two years later, in 1993, he passed away at the age of 84 at Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia. He was buried at Mount Lawn Cemetery in Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania.
