Was one of the anesthesiologists summoned to the Parkland emergency area before Kennedy arrived.
Historical person
Gene Coleman Akin Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Gene Coleman Akin, based on 4 World History Database records associated with United States of America.
Chronological biography
1963
Assisted with respiratory problems during the transition from the endotracheal tube to a tracheostomy tube.
Participated in the respiratory component of the resuscitation effort in trauma room 1.
1964
Listed in Warren Commission Appendix 5 as doctor, parkland hospital; testimony was presented to the Commission in Vol. VI, p. 63.
Titles and roles
Doctor, Parkland Hospital
Record provenance
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