Dr. Tommy Leonard

Watch: Dr. Tommy Leonard shares thoughts on being one of MCG’s first Black students

Dr. Tommy Leonard, one of the Medical College of Georgia‘s first Black students, shares what his on-campus experiences were like in the 1970s.

After graduating from MCG, Leonard had a full career including serving as U.S. Army Commander for the 73rd  Field Hospital,  neonatologist at Texas Children’s Hospital and pediatrician/neonatologist in Columbus, Ga.

Learn more about AU’s campus history.

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