Max Jacobson
Max Jacobson
Max Jacobson (pronounced: Max Yacobson) was a German-born doctor who gained notoriety for his "miracle tissue regenerator" shots, which were later found to contain amphetamines.
Etymology
The name Max is of Latin origin and means "greatest". Jacobson is a patronymic surname of Hebrew origin, meaning "son of Jacob".
Biography
Max Jacobson was born in Germany in 1900. He studied medicine at the University of Berlin, where he earned his medical degree. In the 1930s, he fled Nazi Germany and immigrated to the United States, where he set up a medical practice in New York City.
Jacobson became known as "Dr. Feelgood" due to his popular but controversial treatment involving injections of a concoction he called "miracle tissue regenerator". This treatment was sought after by many high-profile clients, including celebrities and politicians, despite the fact that it was later discovered to contain amphetamines.
Controversy
Jacobson's medical practices came under scrutiny in the 1970s when it was revealed that his miracle treatment contained amphetamines. He was subsequently stripped of his medical license in 1975.
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External links
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