This short film presents the story of Dr. Ephraim McDowell, who came under scrutiny for his pioneering of surgical practices.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Jonathan HaleDr. Ephraim McDowell | Dr. Ephraim McDowell |
| JJohn NesbittNarrator (voice) | Narrator (voice) |
 Harold GoodwinTom Crawford (uncredited) | Tom Crawford (uncredited) |
 Claire McDowellJane Todd Crawford (uncredited) | Jane Todd Crawford (uncredited) |
 Charles MiddletonMr. Crumley (uncredited) | Mr. Crumley (uncredited) |
 Dick RichSol Rakes (uncredited) | Sol Rakes (uncredited) |