Arrowsmith · Character

Doc Vickerson

The elderly, alcoholic country doctor who inspires young Martin.

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Also known as Doc Vickerson, Old Doc Vickerson, Vickerson

First appearance: Arrowsmith

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Arrowsmith
The town doctor who takes Martin on as an apprentice, influencing his early medical education.
I
The local doctor who inspires Martin's early interest in medicine.
II
The aged, disheveled doctor whose office is the setting. His ragged room is described as the soul and symbol of his character.
III
The old, alcoholic town doctor who struggles to convey his love of learning and his scientific collection to Martin.
Chapter II
Mentioned as dead and forgotten; Martin's former mentor from Elk Mills.
Chapter VI
Mentioned as the doctor Martin worked with over the summer.
V
Mentioned in the chain of influence leading back to Sondelius.
Chapter 1: The Early Years
The local doctor who mentors young Martin and fuels his passion for medicine.

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