Warden’s Registers (Restricted-PHI), 1816-1891
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Scope and Contents
The Warden’s Registers record biographical information as well as record monthly data for Bloomingdale such as patient statistics, visiting Asylum Committee members, and attending physicians. The warden reported to the resident physician and was responsible for the maintenance and daily administration of Bloomingdale. The position was created when the role of superintendent was downgraded in 1833. The warden’s role was downgraded and replaced by the steward in 1877.
Dates
- 1816-1891
Creator
- From the Collection: Bloomingdale Hospital (Organization)
- From the Collection: New-York Lunatic Asylum (Organization)
- From the Collection: Bloomingdale Asylum for the Insane (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
Historical records in the Medical Center Archives are protected by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996), internal policies requiring protection and confidential handling of PHI (protected health information), FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act), or other institutional polices regarding internal or confidential records, and may require additional permissions prior to access. All records in this collection are restricted and require additional permissions prior to access. View the container inventory for more information and visit the Medical Center Archives website for the most updated policies and procedures regarding access to historical materials containing restrictions.
Extent
115.33 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Medical Center Archives of NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine Repository