Manhattan State Hospital Patient Case Books

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Overview of the Records

Repository
New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
This series documents patients of several facility branches, wards, and asylums. Extent of coverage is sometimes uncertain. Typical information includes names, dates of admission, ages, origins, and physical conditions of patients as well as observations of behavior, treatment procedures, and other notes.
Title
Patient case books
Quantity
60 cubic feet; 120 volumes
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
B2579
Creator
Scope and Content Note

This series documents patients of several facility branches, wards, and asylums. Extent of coverage is sometimes uncertain. Typical information includes names, dates of admission, ages, origins, and physical conditions of patients as well as observations of behavior, treatment procedures, and other notes.

Other Finding Aids

Volume list is available at the repository.

Access Restrictions

Restricted in accordance with Mental Hygiene Law, Section 33.13, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access is permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office of Mental Health.

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