George Fell

George Edward Fell (July 10, 1849 – July 29, 1918) was an American surgeon and inventor. He was an early developer of artificial ventilation and also investigated the physiology of electrocution, a line of research that led to Fell creating the final design for the first electric chair.

George Fell
George Edward Fell
Born(1849-07-10)July 10, 1849
Chippewa, Canada West
DiedJuly 29, 1918(1918-07-29) (aged 69)
Education
  • University of Buffalo
  • Niagara University
Years active1882–1900
Known forforced respiration device, research into electrocution, electric chair (design)
Medical career
Profession
Sub-specialties
  • physiology
  • microscopy
Research
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