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Patch Adams
American physician, activist (born 1945)
For the 1998 film, see Patch Adams (film).
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Adams in 2009 | |
| Born | Hunter Doherty Adams (1945-05-28) May 28, 1945 (age 79) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Education | Virginia Commonwealth University (MD) |
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| Spouses | Linda Edquist (m. 1975; div. 1998)Susan Parenti (m. 2010) |
| Children | 2 |
Hunter Doherty "Patch" Adams (born May 28, 1945) is an American physician, comedian, social activist, clown, and author. He founded the Gesundheit! Institute as a not-for-profit in 1989. Each year he also organizes volunteers from around the world to travel to various countries where they dress as clowns to bring humor to orphans, patients, and other people.[1]
Adams is currently based in Urbana, Illinois. In collaboration with the institute, he promotes an alternative health care model not funded by insurance polici
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Patch Adams facts for kids
For the 1998 film, see Patch Adams (film).
Quick facts for kids Patch Adams | |
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Adams in 2009 | |
| Born | Hunter Doherty Adams (1945-05-28) May 28, 1945 (age 79) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Education | Virginia Commonwealth University (MD) |
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| Spouse(s) | Linda Edquist (m. 1975; div. 1998)Susan Parenti (m. 2010) |
| Children | 2 |
Hunter Doherty "Patch" Adams (born May 28, 1945) is an American physician, comedian, social activist, clown, and author. He founded the Gesundheit! Institute as a not-for-profit in 1989. Each year he also organizes volunteers from around the world to travel to various countries where they dress as clowns to bring humor to orphans, patients, and other people.
Adams is currently based in Urbana, Illinois. In collaboration with the institute, he promotes an alternative health care model not funded by insurance policies.
Early life and education
Adams was born on May 28, 1945, in Washington, D.C., the son of Anna Campbell Ste
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ABOUT THE MAN:
'Behind his clownlike persona lies a great deal of wisdom, and it often falls to the court jester to speak the truth that those in power need to hear.' Bernie Siegel, M.D.
ABOUT THE VIDEO:
'This program intricately details medical doctor Patch Adams' life and unconventional medical philosophy...Commentary by Adams' supporters, social activists, and others who talk about their experiences and philosophy is equally telling. An excellent program to circulate with the popular movie, this might also find a spot in medical and nursing schools.' Booklist
'Anyone who enjoyed the Hollywood version of this story...should check this documentary out...A welcome change from HMOs and managed care!' Fellowship Magazine
''The fool performs a sacred role in the community...a teller of truth standing naked in the marketplace...confronting the powerful with playful disorder.' This commentary, from Ken Feit, aptly describes the enigma that is Patch Adams...Perfect for college courses...an effective documentary of the power of the human spirit, and one man's quest to
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