2022 Annual Lande Family Lecture: Author Talk with Eric A. Yancy, MD

2022 Annual Lande Family Lecture presented by the Indiana Medical History Museum

FREE, suggested donation of $5

Dr. Eric Yancy is a practicing pediatrician of forty-two years in the Indianapolis area. In his fiction novel, Cottonmouth, a deadly pandemic has resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths worldwide. Dr. Alton McGuire, a retired molecular biologist has done everything he can to keep himself and his wife, Marnie safe. A tragic mishap changes both their lives and Dr. McGuire agonizes over who is to blame. A senior pediatric resident, Dr. Lillian Manning, living in their guest quarters must enter the picture to try and save them, and the world from an even worst disaster. To accomplish this she must use all of her skill as a physician and a friend.

The book narrative highlights the challenges of an underserved community and the discrimination that comes with it. It also keenly demonstrates that tragedy is not measured in flattening curves of cases of positive results. Each "case" of infectivity is a personal tragedy not just to those infected but to their families and friends as well.

This talk will be held in person at the Indiana Medical History Museum, but it will also be streamed live via Zoom for a virtual audience. When you register, please make sure you are choosing the correct ticket option.-If you register to watch the event live virtually, you will receive an email with the link and instructions prior to the event.

-If you register for the in-person event, doors open at 5:10pm (Eastern) on Wednesday, April 13th. You can give your name at check-in and do not need to bring a printed ticket with you.

Important Information for attending in person:-Seating is limited for the in-person audience, and advance registration is required for any guests.-While in the building, masks covering both your nose and mouth are required for everyone above 2 years of age, and distancing is still recommended.-Our historic building was unfortunately not designed with accessibility in mind. If you have any concerns about accessibility, please call us. We will do everything we can to meet your needs.

Please call 317-635-7329 or email [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you!

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