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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 thereon, counting such things to be held as sacred trust. I will exercise my art solely for the cure of... 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 just…

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Synopsis

In the episode titled Janet Dane, New Cancer Treatment from Dr. Kildare, the story centers around the groundbreaking Betadron machine, which promises new hope for cancer patients. Dr. Kildare, portrayed by Lou Ayres, is tasked with leading the first human treatment using this advanced technology on Janet Dane, a young artist whose throat cancer has reached a critical stage. The episode opens with Kildare discussing the significance of this treatment with his mentor, Dr. Gillespie, emphasizing the blend of scientific advancement and the human element in medicine.

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Lionel Barrymore

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Lou Ayres

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Dr. Kildare, Episode 8

Janet Dane, New Cancer Treatment

Wednesday, March 22, 1950 · 26:35

Dr. Kildare, Episode 8

Janet Dane, New Cancer Treatment

Wednesday, March 22, 1950 · 26:35

Summary

Dr. Kildare faces the challenge of treating Janet Dane, a young artist with advanced throat cancer, using a new Betadron machine. As he navigates her skepticism and emotional turmoil, the stakes rise when her treatment begins.

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