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The story of Dr. Kildare. Whatsoever house I enter, there will I go for the benefit of the sick. Whatsoever things I see or hear concerning the life of men, I will keep silence thereof, counting such things to be held as sacred trusts. I will exercise my art solely for the cure of my... The story of Dr. Kildare, starring Lou Ayres and Lionel Barrymore. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer brought you those famous motion pictures. Now this exciting, heartwarming series is heard on radio. In j…

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Synopsis

In the episode titled Vernon Pendleton - Hypochondriac from Dr. Kildare, we are introduced to Dr. Kildare and Dr. Gillespie at Belair General Hospital, a prominent medical institution in New York. The narrative begins with Kildare reflecting on the profound responsibility of doctors and their impact on the lives of patients. This philosophical moment is interrupted by the arrival of Vernon Pendleton, a wealthy and influential member of the hospital's board of directors, who is known for his chronic hypochondria.

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Dr. Kildare, Episode 5

Vernon Pendleton - Hypochondriac

Wednesday, March 1, 1950 · 28:05

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Vernon Pendleton - Hypochondriac

Wednesday, March 1, 1950 · 28:05

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Dr. Kildare faces a challenging case with Vernon Pendleton, a wealthy hypochondriac who believes he suffers from numerous ailments. As Kildare navigates Pendleton's fears, he aims to restore the man's health and peace of mind.

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