title: A tribute to Dr. A. Earl Walker.
abstract: Doctor Walker died on January 1, 1995, at the age of 87 years. His contributions to neuroscience and neurosurgery are presented and discussed, together with his impact on national and international organizations of neurosurgery. A short account of his background and professional career is given, with emphasis on his 25 years at The Johns Hopkins Hospital as Chief of Neurosurgery.
mesh_terms: D004827:Epilepsy / Q000266:history; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D009488:Neurosciences / Q000266:history; D009493:Neurosurgery / Q000266:history; D014481:United States