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Innovations in Navy Medicine: Stokes Wire-Basket Stretcher
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April 19, 2021 | 2:23
The Stokes Stretcher, also known as the wire-basket stretcher, is one of the oldest medical devices in continuous use by the U.S. military. Created by Navy Physician and future Navy Surgeon General Charles Francis Stokes, the Stokes stretcher has been in widespread use throughout the military and civilian sectors for over 100 years.

This Innovations in Navy Medicine video is one in a series dedicated to showcasing the important innovations and hallmarks in Navy Medicine history. Stay tuned to DVIDS and Navy Medicine’s social media platforms for future releases.

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