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Dittrick Medical History Center's Amanda Mahoney explains the impact of studying medical history

Media | July 08, 2026 | Story by: Editorial Staff

Northeast Ohio museum tells story of Cleveland’s impact on modern medicine

Fox 8: Amanda Mahoney, chief curator of the Dittrick Medical History Center, said preserving everyday medical tools, prototypes and researchers' notes helps explain how innovations emerged and informs today's medical challenges. She also highlighted Cleveland's unique history as a collaborative hub for groundbreaking medical technology.