{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Medicine, Mystery & Local Lore: The Life of Dr. Groves","description":"What if one of Fergus\u2019 most respected doctors also had one of its most shocking secrets? In this episode of the Elora Fergus Podcast, Ryan and Barb sit down with beloved local historian Pat Mestern, who brings to life the remarkable \u2014 and sometimes unbelievable \u2014 story of Dr. Abraham Groves, one of Canada\u2019s early medical pioneers and one of Fergus\u2019 most unforgettable characters. Join us as Pat shares rich memories, family stories, and firsthand historical details you won\u2019t hear anywhere else. Biggest Takeaways Who is Pat Mestern? How Fergus\u2019 most celebrated historian was destined for this work since childhood \u2014 and the mentor who set her on the path. What Fergus looked like decades ago - Pat paints a vivid picture of the town before restaurants, developments, and even paved roads. The extraordinary career of Dr. Groves - Including his role in one of the first appendectomies in North America, his innovations in hygiene, and his surprising approach to transportation. Fergus\u2019 own medical pioneer - His mill, his private hospital, and his early experiments with electricity. The controversial side of history - The truth about body snatching, autopsies at the poor house, and the local story many still whisper about. Personal stories from Pat\u2019s family - How her grandmother\u2019s friendship with Dr. Groves offers rare insight into his personality, compassion, and tragedies. Unexpected quirks - From a pet alligator to his unforgettable wagon \u2014 the details that make Dr. Groves larger than life. \ud83d\udc49 Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and share your thoughts at eloraferguspodcast.com.   ","author_name":"Elora Fergus Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/eloraferguspodcast.com","html":"