Diagnostic Procedures in Tuberculosis

"Diagnostic Procedures in Tuberculosis" is an educational film directed by Edgar Ulmer, targeting the medical establishment with a detailed and methodical examination of tuberculosis diagnosis and analysis. Presented in a dry, academic tone, the film meticulously walks through each stage of identifying and studying the disease, from initial symptoms to laboratory confirmation. Despite its tedious pace, it holds a peculiar fascination, partly due to Ulmer’s directorial credit appearing as "Edgar G. Ulmer, PhD," a likely embellishment by the National Tuberculosis Association (NTA) to bolster the film’s credibility among medical professionals. The documentary is structured as a lecture led by Dr. Kendall Emerson, the managing director of the NTA, who serves as the authoritative voice guiding viewers through the scientific process. While Ulmer’s credentials may be questionable, the film remains a valuable historical artifact, offering insights into mid-20th-century medical education and the public health efforts to combat tuberculosis.