# Oliver Marchand — Arrowsmith character guide

> Oliver Marchand in Arrowsmith by Sinclair Lewis.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Dr. Oliver Marchand, Marchand

**First appearance:** 0041-i

## Who they are

A scientist at the McGurk Institute.

## In the story

### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/arrowsmith_se/chapters/v)

A young Black doctor who visits Martin, discusses bacteriophage, and offers assistance.

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/arrowsmith_se/chapters/vi)

Marchand is mentioned as another overworked bacteriologist under Inchcape Jones.

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/arrowsmith_se/chapters/vi)

Dr. Marchand is to look in on Leora when he can.

### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/arrowsmith_se/chapters/iv)

Dr. Oliver Marchand is reported dead from the plague, contributing to the panic and isolation.

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