Chapter
The Legend Of Goat Testicle Transplants
29:05 - 34:12 (05:07)
Dr. Brinkley performed goat testicle transplants on several farmers, claiming it could cure impotence and other health conditions. The procedure became popular in the town and beyond, and helped Brinkley to make a fortune.
Clips
The first episode of Dr. Brinkley's Bad Medicine covers the origin story of John Brinkley and how he began his infamous medical practice.
29:05 - 30:32 (01:27)
Summary
The first episode of Dr. Brinkley's Bad Medicine covers the origin story of John Brinkley and how he began his infamous medical practice.
ChapterThe Legend Of Goat Testicle Transplants
EpisodePart One: The Goat Testicle Implanting Doctor Who Invented Talk Radio
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Dr. Brinkley experimented with goat testicle implants on the body of an old farmer and later on many other farmers in town, leading to his success as a surgeon.
30:32 - 32:42 (02:09)
Summary
Dr. Brinkley experimented with goat testicle implants on the body of an old farmer and later on many other farmers in town, leading to his success as a surgeon.
ChapterThe Legend Of Goat Testicle Transplants
EpisodePart One: The Goat Testicle Implanting Doctor Who Invented Talk Radio
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Dr. John Brinkley, who implanted goat testicles in humans in the 1920s, saw himself as a trailblazer who didn't need to follow the medical establishment's rules.
32:42 - 34:12 (01:30)
Summary
Dr. John Brinkley, who implanted goat testicles in humans in the 1920s, saw himself as a trailblazer who didn't need to follow the medical establishment's rules. Despite admonishment to focus on becoming a better physician, he persisted with his scheme and gained notoriety for his outrageous treatments.