📚 Notable Black Memphians: Dr. Wheelock Alexander Bisson 🏙️ Today, we shine a light on Dr. Wheelock Alexander Bisson (1898–1985), a trailblazing physician who dedicated his life to improving the health of Memphians. Born in Key West, Florida, to a carpenter and a dressmaker, Dr. Bisson’s journey from precocious student to a respected leader in Memphis healthcare is nothing short of inspiring. 🌟 Key Highlights of His Legacy: • 🎓 Valedictorian of his high school class of 1917, later attending Florida A&M College and Meharry Medical College, where he earned his M.D. • 🩺 Founded and directed the Park Avenue Clinic in Orange Mound, serving his community for 55 years. • 🏥 Helped establish vital baby health clinics across Memphis, leaving an enduring mark on local healthcare. • 🚑 Played a pivotal role during the 1937 Mississippi River flood, supervising refugee hospital care. • 📜 Honored with the W. A. Bisson Primary Health Clinic, recognizing his 37 years of dedicated service....